N-CSRS 1 a15-19757_29ncsrs.htm N-CSRS

 

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

811-09645

 

Columbia Funds Series Trust

(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)

 

50606 Ameriprise Financial Center

Minneapolis, MN

 

55474

(Address of principal executive offices)

 

(Zip code)

 

Ryan Larrenaga

c/o Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC

225 Franklin Street

Boston, MA 02110

(Name and address of agent for service)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:

(800) 345-6611

 

 

Date of fiscal year end:

February 28

 

 

Date of reporting period:

 August 31, 2015

 

 

Form N-CSR is to be used by management investment companies to file reports with the Commission not later than 10 days after the transmission to stockholders of any report that is required to be transmitted to stockholders under Rule 30e-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (17 CFR 270.30e-1). The Commission may use the information provided on Form N-CSR in its regulatory, disclosure review, inspection, and policymaking roles.

 

A registrant is required to disclose the information specified by Form N-CSR, and the Commission will make this information public. A registrant is not required to respond to the collection of information contained in Form N-CSR unless the Form displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”) control number. Please direct comments concerning the accuracy of the information collection burden estimate and any suggestions for reducing the burden to Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 450 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20549-0609. The OMB has reviewed this collection of information under the clearance requirements of 44 U.S.C. § 3507.

 



 

Item 1. Reports to Stockholders.

 



SEMIANNUAL REPORT

August 31, 2015

COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND




ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

Not part of the shareholder report




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

     

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

13

   

Statement of Operations

   

15

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

16

   

Financial Highlights

   

19

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

29

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

37

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

39

   

Important Information About This Report

   

41

   

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Convertible Securities Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -4.66% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) All Convertibles All Qualities Index, which returned -3.72% during the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

09/25/87

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-4.66

     

-3.83

     

10.64

     

6.01

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.14

     

-9.38

     

9.35

     

5.38

   

Class B

 

07/15/98

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.01

     

-4.54

     

9.81

     

5.21

   

Including sales charges

           

-9.61

     

-9.05

     

9.53

     

5.21

   

Class C

 

10/21/96

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-4.98

     

-4.52

     

9.82

     

5.21

   

Including sales charges

           

-5.90

     

-5.42

     

9.82

     

5.21

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-4.46

     

-3.41

     

11.08

     

6.22

   

Class R*

 

11/16/11

   

-4.79

     

-4.08

     

10.32

     

5.63

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-4.51

     

-3.56

     

10.81

     

6.09

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-4.51

     

-3.50

     

10.87

     

6.12

   

Class W*

 

11/16/11

   

-4.66

     

-3.81

     

10.58

     

5.89

   

Class Y*

 

10/01/14

   

-4.46

     

-3.44

     

10.73

     

6.05

   

Class Z

 

05/21/99

   

-4.54

     

-3.53

     

10.91

     

6.28

   

BofAML All Convertibles All Qualities Index

           

-3.72

     

-1.94

     

10.96

     

7.10

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The BofAML All Convertibles All Qualities Index measures the performance of U.S. dollar-denominated convertible securities not currently in bankruptcy with a total market value greater than $50 million at issuance.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

David King, CFA

Yan Jin

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Allergan PLC, 5.500%

   

3.3

   

Intel Corp. 3.250% 08/01/39

   

2.3

   

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, 7.875%

   

1.9

   

Microchip Technology, Inc. 1.625% 02/15/25

   

1.8

   

Priceline Group, Inc. (The) 1.000% 03/15/18

   

1.6

   

Bank of America Corp., 7.250%

   

1.6

   

Incyte Corp. 1.250% 11/15/20

   

1.5

   

Frontier Communications Corp., 11.125%

   

1.4

   

SunEdison, Inc. 2.625% 06/01/23

   

1.4

   

Jarden Corp. 1.875% 09/15/18

   

1.3

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

1.2

   

Convertible Bonds

   

67.6

   

Convertible Preferred Stocks

   

28.7

   

Equity-Linked Notes

   

0.7

   

Money Market Funds

   

1.8

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

953.40

     

1,019.76

     

5.38

     

5.56

     

1.09

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.90

     

1,015.97

     

9.07

     

9.37

     

1.84

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

950.20

     

1,015.97

     

9.07

     

9.37

     

1.84

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

955.40

     

1,021.73

     

3.46

     

3.58

     

0.70

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

952.10

     

1,018.50

     

6.61

     

6.84

     

1.34

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.90

     

1,020.98

     

4.20

     

4.34

     

0.85

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.90

     

1,021.48

     

3.71

     

3.83

     

0.75

   

Class W

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

953.40

     

1,019.76

     

5.38

     

5.56

     

1.09

   

Class Y

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

955.40

     

1,021.73

     

3.46

     

3.58

     

0.70

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.60

     

1,021.03

     

4.15

     

4.29

     

0.84

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 1.2%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

HEALTH CARE 0.7%

 

Pharmaceuticals 0.7%

 

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., ADR

   

133,000

     

8,566,530

   

Total Health Care

       

8,566,530

   

INDUSTRIALS 0.5%

 

Transportation Infrastructure 0.5%

 

Macquarie Infrastructure Corp.

   

90,000

     

7,084,800

   

Total Industrials

       

7,084,800

   

MATERIALS —%

 

Metals & Mining —%

 

Jaguar Mining, Inc.(a)

   

1,244,388

     

141,880

   

Total Materials

       

141,880

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $14,864,871)
       

15,793,210

   

Convertible Preferred Stocks 28.5%

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 1.8%

 

Automobiles 1.8%

 

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, 7.875%

   

195,000

     

24,236,550

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

24,236,550

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 2.7%

 

Food Products 2.7%

 

Bunge Ltd., 4.875%

   

137,500

     

13,399,265

   

Post Holdings, Inc., 3.750%(b)

   

55,000

     

7,796,250

   

Tyson Foods, Inc., 4.750%

   

270,000

     

13,894,200

   

Total

       

35,089,715

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

35,089,715

   

ENERGY 2.3%

 

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 2.3%

 

Anadarko Petroleum Corp., 7.500%

   

142,500

     

6,505,125

   

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 5.000%

   

56,000

     

2,884,000

   

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 5.750%(b)

   

21,600

     

10,098,000

   

Penn Virginia Corp., 6.000%(b)

   

69,700

     

579,381

   

Southwestern Energy Co., 6.250%

   

255,000

     

9,797,100

   

Total

       

29,863,606

   

Total Energy

       

29,863,606

   

Convertible Preferred Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

FINANCIALS 9.3%

 

Banks 1.6%

 

Bank of America Corp., 7.250%

   

18,400

     

20,332,368

   

Capital Markets 1.6%

 

AMG Capital Trust II, 5.150%

   

246,000

     

14,052,750

   

Cowen Group, Inc., 5.625%(b)

   

6,875

     

6,548,437

   

Total

       

20,601,187

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 6.1%

 
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.,
7.000%
   

495,000

     

13,535,181

   

American Tower Corp., 5.250%

   

92,625

     

9,507,030

   

American Tower Corp., 5.500%

   

100,200

     

10,283,526

   
Crown Castle International Corp.,
4.500%
   

133,500

     

13,936,065

   

Health Care REIT, Inc., 6.500%

   

235,000

     

13,994,250

   

Weyerhaeuser Co., 6.375%

   

260,000

     

12,753,000

   

iStar, Inc., 4.500%

   

120,000

     

6,379,500

   

Total

       

80,388,552

   

Total Financials

       

121,322,107

   

HEALTH CARE 5.7%

 

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 0.5%

 

Alere, Inc., 3.000%

   

20,000

     

6,900,000

   

Health Care Providers & Services 1.3%

 

AmSurg Corp., 5.250%

   

56,300

     

8,429,799

   

Anthem, Inc., 5.250%

   

170,600

     

8,240,458

   

Total

       

16,670,257

   

Pharmaceuticals 3.9%

 

Allergan PLC, 5.500%

   

41,500

     

42,618,010

   

Omnicare Capital Trust II, 4.000%

   

72,700

     

8,749,445

   

Total

       

51,367,455

   

Total Health Care

       

74,937,712

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 0.5%

 

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 0.5%

 

SunEdison, Inc., 6.750%

   

8,000

     

6,592,800

   

Total Information Technology

       

6,592,800

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Convertible Preferred Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

MATERIALS 0.5%

 

Chemicals 0.5%

 

A. Schulman, Inc., 6.000%

   

7,175

     

6,502,129

   

Total Materials

       

6,502,129

   

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 2.2%

 

Diversified Telecommunication Services 1.4%

 

Frontier Communications Corp., 11.125%

   

181,000

     

18,244,800

   

Wireless Telecommunication Services 0.8%

 

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 5.500%

   

147,500

     

10,178,975

   

Total Telecommunication Services

       

28,423,775

   

UTILITIES 3.5%

 

Electric Utilities 0.7%

 

NextEra Energy, Inc., 5.799%

   

170,000

     

9,309,200

   

Multi-Utilities 2.8%

 

CenterPoint Energy, Inc., 3.943%(c)

   

250,000

     

15,000,000

   

Dominion Resources, Inc., 6.000%

   

195,000

     

10,968,750

   

Dominion Resources, Inc., 6.125%

   

195,000

     

10,892,700

   

Total

       

36,861,450

   

Total Utilities

       

46,170,650

   
Total Convertible Preferred Stocks
(Cost: $378,978,155)
       

373,139,044

   

Convertible Bonds 67.0%

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
  Principal
Amount ($)
 

Value ($)

 

AUTOMOTIVE 1.5%

 
Navistar International Corp.
04/15/19
   

4.750

%

   

17,780,000

     

13,301,662

   
Wabash National Corp.
05/01/18
   

3.375

%

   

5,360,000

     

6,549,652

   

Total

           

19,851,314

   

BUILDING MATERIALS 1.5%

 
Cemex SAB de CV(b)
03/15/20
   

3.720

%

   

10,140,000

     

10,000,575

   
RTI International Metals, Inc.
10/15/19
   

1.625

%

   

9,830,000

     

10,100,325

   

Total

           

20,100,900

   

Convertible Bonds (continued)

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
  Principal
Amount ($)
 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER PRODUCTS 1.3%

 
Jarden Corp.
09/15/18
   

1.875

%

   

9,910,000

     

16,611,637

   

ELECTRIC 1.3%

 
NRG Yield, Inc.(b)
06/01/20
   

3.250

%

   

11,700,000

     

10,244,812

   
SunPower Corp.
06/01/18
   

0.750

%

   

5,900,000

     

6,866,125

   

Total

           

17,110,937

   

FINANCE COMPANIES 1.8%

 
Air Lease Corp.
12/01/18
   

3.875

%

   

7,550,000

     

10,050,937

   
Ares Capital Corp.
01/15/19
   

4.375

%

   

13,190,000

     

13,585,700

   

Total

           

23,636,637

   

HEALTH CARE 2.9%

 
Brookdale Senior Living, Inc.
06/15/18
   

2.750

%

   

5,900,000

     

6,692,812

   
Fluidigm Corp.
02/01/34
   

2.750

%

   

9,640,000

     

7,385,204

   
Immunomedics, Inc.(b)
02/15/20
   

4.750

%

   

6,200,000

     

4,666,988

   
Molina Healthcare, Inc.
08/15/44
   

1.625

%

   

9,000,000

     

12,341,250

   
Teleflex, Inc.
08/01/17
   

3.875

%

   

3,170,000

     

6,760,025

   

Total

           

37,846,279

   

HEALTHCARE INSURANCE 0.8%

 
Anthem, Inc.
10/15/42
   

2.750

%

   

5,330,000

     

10,027,063

   

INDEPENDENT ENERGY 1.1%

 
American Energy-Permian Basin LLC PIK(b)
05/01/22
   

8.000

%

   

5,000,000

     

1,250,000

   
Pattern Energy Group, Inc.(b)
07/15/20
   

4.000

%

   

7,180,000

     

6,910,750

   
Stone Energy Corp.
03/01/17
   

1.750

%

   

8,310,000

     

6,803,813

   

Total

           

14,964,563

   

INTEGRATED ENERGY —%

 
Ascent Resources — Utica LLC PIK(b)
03/01/21
   

3.500

%

   

4,950,000

     

495,000

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Convertible Bonds (continued)

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
  Principal
Amount ($)
 

Value ($)

 

MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT 0.3%

 
Global Eagle Entertainment, Inc.(b)
02/15/35
   

2.750

%

   

3,640,000

     

3,360,084

   

METALS 0.7%

 
Royal Gold, Inc.
06/15/19
   

2.875

%

   

9,330,000

     

9,101,574

   

MIDSTREAM 0.5%

 
Scorpio Tankers, Inc.(b)
07/01/19
   

2.375

%

   

6,210,000

     

6,364,008

   

OIL FIELD SERVICES 1.2%

 
Cobalt International Energy, Inc.
12/01/19
   

2.625

%

   

20,300,000

     

14,732,319

   
Energy XXI Ltd.
12/15/18
   

3.000

%

   

9,850,000

     

986,576

   

Total

           

15,718,895

   

OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS 2.0%

 
Encore Capital Group, Inc.
03/15/21
   

2.875

%

   

7,180,000

     

6,331,863

   
Forest City Enterprises, Inc.
08/15/20
   

3.625

%

   

12,655,000

     

13,564,578

   
Walter Investment Management Corp.
11/01/19
   

4.500

%

   

8,830,000

     

6,423,825

   

Total

           

26,320,266

   

OTHER INDUSTRY 0.7%

 
General Cable Corp.(c)
11/15/29
   

4.500

%

   

12,980,000

     

9,199,575

   

OTHER REIT 4.0%

 
Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc.
12/01/18
   

5.250

%

   

7,530,000

     

7,867,495

   
Extra Space Storage LP(b)
07/01/33
   

2.375

%

   

6,000,000

     

8,025,000

   
National Health Investors, Inc.
04/01/21
   

3.250

%

   

8,730,000

     

8,446,275

   
RWT Holdings, Inc.(b)
11/15/19
   

5.625

%

   

7,360,000

     

6,921,933

   
Starwood Property Trust, Inc.
10/15/17
   

3.750

%

   

10,530,000

     

10,510,256

   
Starwood Waypoint Residential Trust
07/01/19
   

3.000

%

   

5,110,000

     

4,736,331

   
Starwood Waypoint Residential Trust(b)
10/15/17
   

4.500

%

   

5,570,000

     

5,620,353

   

Total

           

52,127,643

   

Convertible Bonds (continued)

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
  Principal
Amount ($)
 

Value ($)

 

OTHER UTILITY 0.4%

 
EnerNOC, Inc.
08/15/19
   

2.250

%

   

7,300,000

     

5,181,416

   

PHARMACEUTICALS 12.1%

 
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
02/15/19
   

2.500

%

   

3,400,000

     

8,055,875

   
ARIAD Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(b)
06/15/19
   

3.625

%

   

5,320,000

     

6,608,238

   
Acorda Therapeutics, Inc.
06/15/21
   

1.750

%

   

7,000,000

     

7,000,000

   
Aegerion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
08/15/19
   

2.000

%

   

13,040,000

     

10,604,128

   
BioMarin Pharmaceutical, Inc.
10/15/20
   

1.500

%

   

9,260,000

     

14,243,037

   
Clovis Oncology, Inc.(b)
09/15/21
   

2.500

%

   

5,700,000

     

8,354,490

   
Corsicanto Ltd.
01/15/32
   

3.500

%

   

6,450,000

     

6,591,094

   
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
05/01/16
   

1.625

%

   

2,400,000

     

11,174,952

   
Impax Laboratories, Inc.(b)
06/15/22
   

2.000

%

   

13,767,000

     

12,984,002

   
Incyte Corp.
11/15/20
   

1.250

%

   

8,370,000

     

19,279,793

   
Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(b)
11/15/21
   

1.000

%

   

7,200,000

     

7,290,000

   
Jazz Investments I Ltd.
08/15/21
   

1.875

%

   

7,440,000

     

8,556,074

   
Medicines Co. (The)(b)
01/15/22
   

2.500

%

   

8,100,000

     

11,068,974

   
Merrimack Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
07/15/20
   

4.500

%

   

4,100,000

     

7,339,000

   
PTC Therapeutics, Inc.(b)
08/15/22
   

3.000

%

   

7,000,000

     

7,113,750

   
TESARO, Inc.
10/01/21
   

3.000

%

   

3,880,000

     

6,426,250

   
United Therapeutics Corp.
09/15/16
   

1.000

%

   

1,870,000

     

5,890,500

   

Total

           

158,580,157

   

PROPERTY & CASUALTY 0.9%

 
Radian Group, Inc.
11/15/17
   

3.000

%

   

7,300,000

     

11,716,500

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Convertible Bonds (continued)

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
  Principal
Amount ($)
 

Value ($)

 

RAILROADS 0.7%

 
Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (The)
04/01/18
   

3.500

%

   

8,000,000

     

9,650,000

   

REFINING 0.4%

 
Clean Energy Fuels Corp.(b)
10/01/18
   

5.250

%

   

6,720,000

     

4,649,810

   

RETAILERS 3.1%

 
HeartWare International, Inc.(b)
12/15/21
   

1.750

%

   

6,308,000

     

6,706,193

   
Iconix Brand Group, Inc.
03/15/18
   

1.500

%

   

8,800,000

     

7,150,000

   
Priceline Group, Inc. (The)
03/15/18
   

1.000

%

   

14,450,000

     

20,338,375

   
Restoration Hardware Holdings, Inc.(b)(d)
07/15/20
   

0.000

%

   

6,885,000

     

6,595,754

   

Total

           

40,790,322

   

TECHNOLOGY 25.8%

 
Avid Technology, Inc.(b)
06/15/20
   

2.000

%

   

2,459,000

     

1,790,041

   
Bottomline Technologies de, Inc.
12/01/17
   

1.500

%

   

5,920,000

     

6,417,990

   
Cepheid
02/01/21
   

1.250

%

   

7,690,000

     

8,112,950

   
Ciena Corp.
12/15/20
   

4.000

%

   

4,410,000

     

5,992,088

   
Ciena Corp.(b)
10/15/18
   

3.750

%

   

2,710,000

     

3,534,545

   
Ctrip.com International Ltd.(b)
07/01/20
   

1.000

%

   

9,340,000

     

8,598,124

   
Electronic Arts, Inc.
07/15/16
   

0.750

%

   

6,140,000

     

12,748,175

   
Envestnet, Inc.
12/15/19
   

1.750

%

   

8,200,000

     

7,257,000

   
Equinix, Inc.
06/15/16
   

4.750

%

   

3,340,000

     

11,230,750

   
Exelixis, Inc.
08/15/19
   

4.250

%

   

7,810,000

     

9,821,075

   
FireEye, Inc.(b)
06/01/35
   

1.625

%

   

8,750,000

     

8,339,844

   
Intel Corp.
08/01/39
   

3.250

%

   

20,000,000

     

28,962,500

   
LinkedIn Corp.(b)
11/01/19
   

0.500

%

   

14,190,000

     

13,746,562

   

Convertible Bonds (continued)

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
  Principal
Amount ($)
 

Value ($)

 
Mentor Graphics Corp.
04/01/31
   

4.000

%

   

5,180,000

     

6,798,750

   
Microchip Technology, Inc.(b)
02/15/25
   

1.625

%

   

25,160,000

     

23,587,500

   
Micron Technology, Inc.
02/15/33
   

2.125

%

   

6,400,000

     

10,520,000

   
NVIDIA Corp.
12/01/18
   

1.000

%

   

8,660,000

     

10,678,862

   
NXP Semiconductors NV(b)
12/01/19
   

1.000

%

   

8,750,000

     

9,499,219

   
Novellus Systems, Inc.
05/15/41
   

2.625

%

   

7,000,000

     

15,008,280

   
ON Semiconductor Corp.
12/15/26
   

2.625

%

   

5,890,000

     

6,629,931

   
Palo Alto Networks, Inc.(d)
07/01/19
   

0.000

%

   

6,830,000

     

10,659,069

   
Proofpoint, Inc.(b)
06/15/20
   

0.750

%

   

8,358,000

     

8,551,279

   
Qihoo 360 Technology Co., Ltd.
08/15/21
   

1.750

%

   

7,210,000

     

6,047,388

   
Red Hat, Inc.(b)
10/01/19
   

0.250

%

   

8,300,000

     

9,923,687

   
Salesforce.com, Inc.
04/01/18
   

0.250

%

   

10,940,000

     

13,394,662

   
ServiceNow, Inc.(d)
11/01/18
   

0.000

%

   

6,300,000

     

7,138,688

   
Spansion LLC
09/01/20
   

2.000

%

   

3,350,000

     

6,111,656

   
SunEdison, Inc.(b)
06/01/23
   

2.625

%

   

29,500,000

     

17,515,625

   
TiVo, Inc.(b)
10/01/21
   

2.000

%

   

12,995,000

     

11,508,697

   
Twitter, Inc.(b)
09/15/21
   

1.000

%

   

12,800,000

     

10,904,000

   
Verint Systems, Inc.
06/01/21
   

1.500

%

   

6,090,000

     

6,409,725

   
Workday, Inc.
07/15/20
   

1.500

%

   

8,800,000

     

9,911,000

   
j2 Global, Inc.
06/15/29
   

3.250

%

   

9,063,000

     

10,660,354

   

Total

           

338,010,016

   

TOBACCO 1.0%

 
Vector Group Ltd.(c)
01/15/19
   

2.500

%

   

4,260,000

     

6,318,645

   

04/15/20

   

1.750

%

   

6,520,000

     

7,234,201

   

Total

           

13,552,846

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Convertible Bonds (continued)

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
  Principal
Amount ($)
 

Value ($)

 

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES 0.5%

 
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc.
06/01/22
   

2.250

%

   

7,860,000

     

6,911,888

   

WIRELESS 0.5%

 
Gogo, Inc.(b)
03/01/20
   

3.750

%

   

7,000,000

     

6,384,280

   
Total Convertible Bonds
(Cost: $849,676,671)
           

878,263,610

   

Equity-Linked Notes 0.6%

Issuer

  Coupon
Rate
 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Nomura Resecuritization Trust
(linked to common stock of Yahoo!, Inc.)(b)
11/22/16
   

1.720

%

   

10,000

     

8,415,000

   
Total Equity-Linked Notes
(Cost: $10,000,000)
           

8,415,000

   

Money Market Funds 1.8%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(e)(f)
   

23,322,344

     

23,322,344

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $23,322,344)
       

23,322,344

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $1,276,842,041)
       

1,298,933,208

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

12,426,823

   

Net Assets

       

1,311,360,031

   

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  Security exempt from registration pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933. This security may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At August 31, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $302,551,185 or 23.07% of net assets.

(c)  Variable rate security.

(d)  Zero coupon bond.

(e)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(f)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

71,773,939

     

295,662,839

     

(344,114,434

)

   

23,322,344

     

32,127

     

23,322,344

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

PIK    Payment-in-Kind

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Health Care

   

8,566,530

     

     

     

8,566,530

   

Industrials

   

7,084,800

     

     

     

7,084,800

   

Materials

   

     

141,880

     

     

141,880

   

Total Common Stocks

   

15,651,330

     

141,880

     

     

15,793,210

   

Convertible Preferred Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

24,236,550

     

     

     

24,236,550

   

Consumer Staples

   

13,894,200

     

21,195,515

     

     

35,089,715

   

Energy

   

16,302,225

     

13,561,381

     

     

29,863,606

   

Financials

   

80,806,239

     

40,515,868

     

     

121,322,107

   

Health Care

   

66,697,254

     

8,240,458

     

     

74,937,712

   

Information Technology

   

     

6,592,800

     

     

6,592,800

   

Materials

   

     

6,502,129

     

     

6,502,129

   

Telecommunication Services

   

28,423,775

     

     

     

28,423,775

   

Utilities

   

31,170,650

     

15,000,000

     

     

46,170,650

   

Total Convertible Preferred Stocks

   

261,530,893

     

111,608,151

     

     

373,139,044

   

Convertible Bonds

   

     

878,263,610

     

     

878,263,610

   

Equity-Linked Notes

   

     

8,415,000

     

     

8,415,000

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

23,322,344

     

     

23,322,344

   

Total Investments

   

277,182,223

     

1,021,750,985

     

     

1,298,933,208

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 as the market for these assets was deemed to be active during the period and fair values were consequently obtained using quoted prices for identical assets rather than being based upon other observable market inputs as of period end.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
 

22,819,599

     

71,773,939

     

71,773,939

     

22,819,599

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $1,253,519,697)

 

$

1,275,610,864

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $23,322,344)

   

23,322,344

   

Total investments (identified cost $1,276,842,041)

   

1,298,933,208

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

15,941,772

   

Capital shares sold

   

4,531,754

   

Dividends

   

1,259,255

   

Interest

   

4,931,105

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

5,769

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

9,353

   

Prepaid expenses

   

8,185

   

Other assets

   

47,125

   

Total assets

   

1,325,667,526

   

Liabilities

 

Due to custodian

   

1,711

   

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

4,429,467

   

Capital shares purchased

   

9,275,392

   

Investment management fees

   

84,461

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

13,881

   

Transfer agent fees

   

340,381

   

Compensation of board members

   

126,201

   

Other expenses

   

36,001

   

Total liabilities

   

14,307,495

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

1,311,360,031

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

1,276,330,908

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

   

(5,765,611

)

 

Accumulated net realized gain

   

18,703,567

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

22,091,167

   

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

1,311,360,031

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

418,686,682

   

Shares outstanding

   

23,259,658

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.00

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

19.10

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

565,954

   

Shares outstanding

   

32,089

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.64

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

62,167,066

   

Shares outstanding

   

3,465,898

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.94

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

92,305,378

   

Shares outstanding

   

5,113,590

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.05

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

2,389,955

   

Shares outstanding

   

132,909

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.98

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

6,933,730

   

Shares outstanding

   

381,909

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.16

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

50,585,321

   

Shares outstanding

   

2,788,066

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.14

   

Class W

 

Net assets

 

$

108,149

   

Shares outstanding

   

6,024

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.95

   

Class Y

 

Net assets

 

$

98,450

   

Shares outstanding

   

5,390

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.27

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

677,519,346

   

Shares outstanding

   

37,584,492

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.03

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

9,810,409

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

32,127

   

Interest

   

11,553,127

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(24,409

)

 

Total income

   

21,371,254

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

5,443,371

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

554,144

   

Class B

   

3,228

   

Class C

   

302,576

   

Class R

   

6,103

   

Class W

   

155

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

384,003

   

Class B

   

562

   

Class C

   

52,471

   

Class R

   

2,118

   

Class R4

   

4,528

   

Class R5

   

12,702

   

Class W

   

108

   

Class Z

   

638,777

   

Compensation of board members

   

17,610

   

Custodian fees

   

6,941

   

Printing and postage fees

   

36,126

   

Registration fees

   

80,415

   

Professional fees

   

19,054

   

Other

   

11,910

   

Total expenses

   

7,576,902

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(910,577

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(823

)

 

Total net expenses

   

6,665,502

   

Net investment income

   

14,705,752

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

19,409,989

   

Net realized gain

   

19,409,989

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(102,467,043

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(102,467,043

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(83,057,054

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(68,351,302

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015(a)
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

14,705,752

   

$

19,213,540

   

Net realized gain

   

19,409,989

     

55,080,911

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

   

(102,467,043

)

   

10,796,258

   

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(68,351,302

)

   

85,090,709

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(5,548,510

)

   

(8,111,104

)

 

Class B

   

(6,308

)

   

(12,501

)

 

Class C

   

(552,435

)

   

(662,725

)

 

Class I

   

(1,624,012

)

   

(3,391,208

)

 

Class R

   

(27,989

)

   

(48,972

)

 

Class R4

   

(66,863

)

   

(58,689

)

 

Class R5

   

(690,350

)

   

(424,817

)

 

Class W

   

(1,656

)

   

(133,841

)

 

Class Y

   

(943

)

   

(17

)

 

Class Z

   

(10,840,555

)

   

(14,725,315

)

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(9,592,942

)

   

(9,082,238

)

 

Class B

   

(12,932

)

   

(20,052

)

 

Class C

   

(1,296,645

)

   

(1,153,184

)

 

Class I

   

(2,479,254

)

   

(2,791,830

)

 

Class R

   

(50,926

)

   

(61,052

)

 

Class R4

   

(131,334

)

   

(66,065

)

 

Class R5

   

(1,153,538

)

   

(574,489

)

 

Class W

   

(2,546

)

   

(3,675

)

 

Class Y

   

(1,509

)

   

(39

)

 

Class Z

   

(14,805,197

)

   

(16,567,793

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(48,886,444

)

   

(57,889,606

)

 

Increase in net assets from capital stock activity

   

28,900,344

     

365,660,577

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements (Note 6)

   

2,024,844

     

   

Total increase (decrease) in net assets

   

(86,312,558

)

   

392,861,680

   

Net assets at beginning of period

   

1,397,672,589

     

1,004,810,909

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

1,311,360,031

   

$

1,397,672,589

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

 

$

(5,765,611

)

 

$

(1,111,742

)

 

(a) Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015(a)

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(b)

   

8,823,915

     

170,756,323

     

12,962,037

     

248,929,628

   

Distributions reinvested

   

585,181

     

11,382,471

     

634,558

     

12,068,927

   

Redemptions

   

(5,958,164

)

   

(111,547,871

)

   

(10,623,258

)

   

(202,931,014

)

 

Net increase

   

3,450,932

     

70,590,923

     

2,973,337

     

58,067,541

   

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,119

     

20,887

     

6,119

     

115,500

   

Distributions reinvested

   

780

     

14,879

     

1,274

     

23,780

   

Redemptions(b)

   

(7,746

)

   

(149,634

)

   

(17,733

)

   

(330,055

)

 

Net decrease

   

(5,847

)

   

(113,868

)

   

(10,340

)

   

(190,775

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

934,964

     

18,011,984

     

1,451,455

     

27,745,546

   

Distributions reinvested

   

68,134

     

1,321,563

     

61,615

     

1,165,961

   

Redemptions

   

(345,060

)

   

(6,614,866

)

   

(388,218

)

   

(7,367,326

)

 

Net increase

   

658,038

     

12,718,681

     

1,124,852

     

21,544,181

   

Class I shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,437,479

     

28,248,123

     

148,653

     

2,866,277

   

Distributions reinvested

   

210,554

     

4,103,167

     

323,085

     

6,182,897

   

Redemptions

   

(1,488,039

)

   

(28,407,358

)

   

(3,326,073

)

   

(64,334,483

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

159,994

     

3,943,932

     

(2,854,335

)

   

(55,285,309

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

29,649

     

573,219

     

45,507

     

870,161

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,013

     

19,679

     

1,012

     

19,251

   

Redemptions

   

(21,352

)

   

(412,851

)

   

(49,087

)

   

(937,748

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

9,310

     

180,047

     

(2,568

)

   

(48,336

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

278,808

     

5,389,516

     

207,877

     

4,043,798

   

Distributions reinvested

   

10,113

     

198,102

     

6,518

     

124,620

   

Redemptions

   

(60,725

)

   

(1,152,795

)

   

(96,040

)

   

(1,844,277

)

 

Net increase

   

228,196

     

4,434,823

     

118,355

     

2,324,141

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,750,468

     

34,209,606

     

1,902,273

     

36,662,649

   

Distributions reinvested

   

94,123

     

1,843,792

     

52,437

     

997,562

   

Redemptions

   

(878,539

)

   

(16,498,259

)

   

(181,542

)

   

(3,493,997

)

 

Net increase

   

966,052

     

19,555,139

     

1,773,168

     

34,166,214

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015(a)

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity (continued)

 

Class W shares

 

Subscriptions

   

     

     

39,675

     

750,663

   

Distributions reinvested

   

212

     

4,110

     

7,216

     

137,388

   

Redemptions

   

(846

)

   

(16,139

)

   

(1,506,880

)

   

(28,229,007

)

 

Net decrease

   

(634

)

   

(12,029

)

   

(1,459,989

)

   

(27,340,956

)

 

Class Y shares

 

Subscriptions

   

2,982

     

59,001

     

3,087

     

59,000

   

Distributions reinvested

   

120

     

2,360

     

     

   

Redemptions

   

(799

)

   

(15,837

)

   

     

   

Net increase

   

2,303

     

45,524

     

3,087

     

59,000

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

11,894,465

     

230,173,607

     

26,318,341

     

498,393,075

   

Distributions reinvested

   

334,797

     

6,515,183

     

272,902

     

5,186,538

   

Redemptions

   

(16,418,746

)

   

(319,131,618

)

   

(8,991,309

)

   

(171,214,737

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(4,189,484

)

   

(82,442,828

)

   

17,599,934

     

332,364,876

   

Total net increase

   

1,278,860

     

28,900,344

     

19,265,501

     

365,660,577

   

(a) Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.53

   

$

19.22

   

$

15.68

   

$

14.99

   

$

15.55

   

$

12.92

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.19

     

0.28

     

0.34

     

0.41

     

0.42

     

0.45

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.08

)

   

0.92

     

3.58

     

0.73

     

(0.56

)

   

2.67

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.89

)

   

1.20

     

3.92

     

1.14

     

(0.14

)

   

3.12

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.43

)

   

(0.38

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.49

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.67

)

   

(0.89

)

   

(0.38

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.49

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.00

   

$

19.53

   

$

19.22

   

$

15.68

   

$

14.99

   

$

15.55

   

Total return

   

(4.66

%)(a)

   

6.44

%

   

25.38

%

   

7.84

%

   

(0.75

%)

   

24.72

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.23

%(c)

   

1.30

%(d)

   

1.35

%

   

1.39

%

   

1.27

%

   

1.31

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.09

%(c)(f)

   

1.10

%(d)(f)

   

1.12

%(f)

   

1.15

%(f)

   

1.12

%(f)

   

1.15

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

1.96

%(c)

   

1.49

%

   

1.97

%

   

2.80

%

   

2.86

%

   

3.27

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

418,687

   

$

386,856

   

$

323,622

   

$

212,252

   

$

198,721

   

$

224,608

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

   

66

%

   

118

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.15

   

$

18.86

   

$

15.40

   

$

14.72

   

$

15.28

   

$

12.70

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.14

     

0.21

     

0.30

     

0.30

     

0.35

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.06

)

   

0.90

     

3.51

     

0.72

     

(0.55

)

   

2.62

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.95

)

   

1.04

     

3.72

     

1.02

     

(0.25

)

   

2.97

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.29

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.34

)

   

(0.31

)

   

(0.39

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.59

)

   

(0.75

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.34

)

   

(0.31

)

   

(0.39

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.64

   

$

19.15

   

$

18.86

   

$

15.40

   

$

14.72

   

$

15.28

   

Total return

   

(5.01

%)(a)

   

5.65

%

   

24.37

%

   

7.10

%

   

(1.53

%)

   

23.83

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.98

%(c)

   

2.05

%(d)

   

2.10

%

   

2.13

%

   

2.04

%

   

2.06

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.84

%(c)(f)

   

1.85

%(d)(f)

   

1.88

%(f)

   

1.89

%(f)

   

1.88

%(f)

   

1.90

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

1.19

%(c)

   

0.74

%

   

1.23

%

   

2.07

%

   

2.04

%

   

2.61

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

566

   

$

726

   

$

911

   

$

1,335

   

$

3,102

   

$

12,089

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

   

66

%

   

118

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.46

   

$

19.16

   

$

15.63

   

$

14.95

   

$

15.51

   

$

12.88

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.12

     

0.14

     

0.21

     

0.30

     

0.31

     

0.35

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.08

)

   

0.91

     

3.58

     

0.72

     

(0.56

)

   

2.67

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.96

)

   

1.05

     

3.79

     

1.02

     

(0.25

)

   

3.02

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.29

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.34

)

   

(0.31

)

   

(0.39

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.59

)

   

(0.75

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.34

)

   

(0.31

)

   

(0.39

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.94

   

$

19.46

   

$

19.16

   

$

15.63

   

$

14.95

   

$

15.51

   

Total return

   

(4.98

%)(a)

   

5.62

%

   

24.46

%

   

6.99

%

   

(1.51

%)

   

23.88

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.98

%(c)

   

2.05

%(d)

   

2.10

%

   

2.14

%

   

2.02

%

   

2.06

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.84

%(c)(f)

   

1.85

%(d)(f)

   

1.87

%(f)

   

1.90

%(f)

   

1.87

%(f)

   

1.90

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

1.21

%(c)

   

0.74

%

   

1.21

%

   

2.05

%

   

2.10

%

   

2.53

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

62,167

   

$

54,655

   

$

32,250

   

$

17,617

   

$

20,127

   

$

21,717

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

   

66

%

   

118

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.58

   

$

19.27

   

$

15.72

   

$

15.02

   

$

15.58

   

$

13.69

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.23

     

0.37

     

0.42

     

0.48

     

0.47

     

0.17

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.08

)

   

0.91

     

3.58

     

0.72

     

(0.57

)

   

1.86

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.85

)

   

1.28

     

4.00

     

1.20

     

(0.10

)

   

2.03

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.51

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.46

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.97

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.46

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.05

   

$

19.58

   

$

19.27

   

$

15.72

   

$

15.02

   

$

15.58

   

Total return

   

(4.46

%)(b)

   

6.88

%

   

25.90

%

   

8.29

%

   

(0.43

%)

   

14.92

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.80

%(d)

   

0.81

%(e)

   

0.85

%

   

0.89

%

   

0.84

%

   

0.90

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.70

%(d)

   

0.68

%(e)

   

0.69

%

   

0.74

%

   

0.77

%

   

0.86

%(d)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

2.34

%(d)

   

1.91

%

   

2.43

%

   

3.21

%

   

3.28

%

   

2.63

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

92,305

   

$

97,006

   

$

150,494

   

$

180,374

   

$

186,160

   

$

82,875

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

   

66

%

   

118

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.51

   

$

19.21

   

$

15.67

   

$

14.99

   

$

13.80

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.17

     

0.24

     

0.30

     

0.38

     

0.11

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.09

)

   

0.90

     

3.58

     

0.72

     

1.20

(b)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.92

)

   

1.14

     

3.88

     

1.10

     

1.31

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.23

)

   

(0.38

)

   

(0.34

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.84

)

   

(0.34

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.98

   

$

19.51

   

$

19.21

   

$

15.67

   

$

14.99

   

Total return

   

(4.79

%)(c)

   

6.13

%

   

25.08

%

   

7.55

%

   

9.57

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.48

%(e)

   

1.55

%(f)

   

1.60

%

   

1.64

%

   

1.28

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.34

%(e)(h)

   

1.35

%(f)(h)

   

1.37

%(h)

   

1.40

%(h)

   

1.20

%(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.70

%(e)

   

1.24

%

   

1.72

%

   

2.56

%

   

2.64

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2,390

   

$

2,412

   

$

2,423

   

$

1,894

   

$

2,068

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

   

66

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 16, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.69

   

$

19.37

   

$

15.80

   

$

14.75

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.22

     

0.33

     

0.37

     

0.14

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.09

)

   

0.93

     

3.62

     

1.04

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.87

)

   

1.26

     

3.99

     

1.18

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.48

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.69

)

   

(0.94

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.16

   

$

19.69

   

$

19.37

   

$

15.80

   

Total return

   

(4.51

%)(b)

   

6.71

%

   

25.68

%

   

8.05

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.98

%(d)

   

1.05

%(e)

   

1.10

%

   

1.24

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.85

%(d)(g)

   

0.85

%(e)(g)

   

0.85

%(g)

   

0.92

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

2.24

%(d)

   

1.74

%

   

2.09

%

   

2.96

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

6,934

   

$

3,027

   

$

685

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.68

   

$

19.37

   

$

15.80

   

$

14.75

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.23

     

0.35

     

0.40

     

0.14

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.10

)

   

0.92

     

3.62

     

1.04

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.87

)

   

1.27

     

4.02

     

1.18

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.29

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.70

)

   

(0.96

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.14

   

$

19.68

   

$

19.37

   

$

15.80

   

Total return

   

(4.51

%)(b)

   

6.80

%

   

25.86

%

   

8.08

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.85

%(d)

   

0.86

%(e)

   

0.90

%

   

1.01

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.75

%(d)

   

0.73

%(e)

   

0.71

%

   

0.79

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

2.32

%(d)

   

1.86

%

   

2.25

%

   

3.09

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

50,585

   

$

35,859

   

$

946

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class W

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.48

   

$

19.20

   

$

15.66

   

$

14.98

   

$

13.80

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.19

     

0.31

     

0.34

     

0.42

     

0.14

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.08

)

   

0.87

     

3.58

     

0.72

     

1.17

(b)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.89

)

   

1.18

     

3.92

     

1.14

     

1.31

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.44

)

   

(0.38

)

   

(0.46

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.67

)

   

(0.90

)

   

(0.38

)

   

(0.46

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.95

   

$

19.48

   

$

19.20

   

$

15.66

   

$

14.98

   

Total return

   

(4.66

%)(c)

   

6.33

%

   

25.41

%

   

7.87

%

   

9.56

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.22

%(e)

   

1.25

%(f)

   

1.35

%

   

1.39

%

   

0.85

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.09

%(e)(h)

   

1.05

%(f)(h)

   

1.12

%(h)

   

1.15

%(h)

   

0.77

%(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.95

%(e)

   

1.55

%

   

1.98

%

   

2.83

%

   

3.44

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

108

   

$

130

   

$

28,153

   

$

26,640

   

$

28,830

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

   

66

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 16, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

Class Y

  Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015(a)
 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.81

   

$

19.21

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.24

     

0.13

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.10

)

   

0.90

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.86

)

   

1.03

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.30

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.43

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.27

   

$

19.81

   

Total return

   

(4.46

%)(b)

   

5.48

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.80

%(d)

   

0.81

%(d)(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.70

%(d)

   

0.69

%(d)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

2.42

%(d)

   

1.88

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

98

   

$

61

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.56

   

$

19.25

   

$

15.70

   

$

15.01

   

$

15.58

   

$

12.93

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.22

     

0.33

     

0.38

     

0.45

     

0.45

     

0.49

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.09

)

   

0.92

     

3.59

     

0.73

     

(0.57

)

   

2.68

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.87

)

   

1.25

     

3.97

     

1.18

     

(0.12

)

   

3.17

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.48

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.49

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.52

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.69

)

   

(0.94

)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.49

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.52

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.03

     

     

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.03

   

$

19.56

   

$

19.25

   

$

15.70

   

$

15.01

   

$

15.58

   

Total return

   

(4.54

%)(a)

   

6.70

%

   

25.72

%

   

8.10

%

   

(0.56

%)

   

25.17

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.97

%(c)

   

1.05

%(d)

   

1.10

%

   

1.14

%

   

1.02

%

   

1.06

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.84

%(c)(f)

   

0.85

%(d)(f)

   

0.87

%(f)

   

0.90

%(f)

   

0.87

%(f)

   

0.90

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

2.20

%(c)

   

1.74

%

   

2.18

%

   

3.06

%

   

3.08

%

   

3.52

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

677,519

   

$

816,941

   

$

465,328

   

$

120,906

   

$

130,380

   

$

166,597

   

Portfolio turnover

   

37

%

   

78

%

   

76

%

   

71

%

   

66

%

   

118

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.14%.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Convertible Securities Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.

Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

Debt securities generally are valued by pricing services approved by the Board of Trustees (the Board) based upon market transactions for normal, institutional-size trading units of similar securities. The services may use various pricing techniques that take into account, as applicable, factors such as yield, quality, coupon rate,

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other data, as well as broker quotes. Debt securities for which quotations are not readily available or not believed to be reflective of market value may also be valued based upon a bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer. Debt securities maturing in 60 days or less are valued primarily at amortized cost value, unless this method results in a valuation that management believes does not approximate market value.

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board, including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are

valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Equity-Linked Notes

The Fund may invest in equity-linked notes (ELNs). An ELN is a debt instrument whose value is based on the value of a single equity security, basket of equity securities or an index of equity securities (each, an Underlying Equity). An ELN typically provides interest income, thereby offering a yield advantage over investing directly in an Underlying Equity. However, the holder of an ELN may have limited or no benefit from any appreciation in the Underlying Equity, but is exposed to various risks, including, without limitation, volatility, issuer and market risk. The Fund may purchase ELNs that trade on a securities exchange or those that trade on the over-the-counter markets, including securities offered and sold under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The Fund may also purchase an ELN in a privately negotiated transaction with the issuer of the ELN (or its broker-dealer affiliate).

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted. For convertible securities, premiums attributable to the conversion feature are not amortized.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

The value of additional securities received as an income payment is recorded as income and increases the cost basis of such securities.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as

shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid each calendar quarter. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.82% to 0.67% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.78% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $3,355,564, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $258,714.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,568.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.17

%

 

Class B

   

0.17

   

Class C

   

0.17

   

Class R

   

0.17

   

Class R4

   

0.17

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class W

   

0.17

   

Class Z

   

0.17

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $823.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at

the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75%, 0.50% and 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C, Class R and Class W shares of the Fund, respectively.

Although the Fund may pay a distribution fee up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares and a service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares, the aggregate fee shall not exceed 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $443,086 for Class A and $2,523 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the periods disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:

    July 1, 2015
through
June 30, 2016
  Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.13

%

   

1.13

%

 

Class B

   

1.88

     

1.88

   

Class C

   

1.88

     

1.88

   

Class I

   

0.72

     

0.72

   

Class R

   

1.38

     

1.38

   

Class R4

   

0.88

     

0.88

   

Class R5

   

0.77

     

0.77

   

Class W

   

1.13

     

1.13

   

Class Y

   

0.72

     

0.72

*

 

Class Z

   

0.88

     

0.88

   

*Expense cap rate is contractual from October 1, 2014 (the commencement of operations of Class Y shares) through September 30, 2015.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. In addition to the contractual agreement, the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have voluntarily agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse Fund expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described above) so that Fund level expenses (expenses directly attributable to the Fund and not to a specific share class) are waived proportionately across all share classes, but the Fund's net operating expenses shall not exceed the contractual annual rates listed in the table above. This arrangement may be revised or discontinued at any time.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund's expense ratio was subject to a voluntary expense reimbursement arrangement pursuant to which fees were waived and/or expenses reimbursed (excluding certain fees and expenses immediately described above), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, did not exceed the annual rates of 1.10% for Class A, 1.85% for Class B, 1.85% for Class C, 0.69% for Class I, 1.35% for Class R, 0.85% for Class R4, 0.74% for Class R5, 1.10% for Class W, 0.69% for Class Y and 0.85% for Class Z.

Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income

tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $1,276,842,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

115,846,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(93,755,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

22,091,000

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $495,458,082 and $488,847,313, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Regulatory Settlements

During the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund recorded a receivable of $2,024,844 as a result of a regulatory settlement proceeding brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission against an unaffiliated third party relating to market timing and/or late trading of mutual funds. This amount represented the Fund's portion of the proceeds from the settlement (neither the Fund nor the Investment Manager were a party to the proceeding). The payments have been included in Proceeds from regulatory settlements in the Statement of Changes in Net Assets.

Note 7. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 8. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 9. Significant Risks

Credit Risk

Credit risk is the risk that the value of debt securities in the Fund's portfolio may decline because the issuer may default and fail to pay interest or repay principal when due. Rating agencies assign credit ratings to debt securities to indicate their credit risk. Lower rated or unrated debt securities held by the Fund may present increased credit risk as compared to higher-rated debt securities.

Interest Rate Risk

Interest rate risk is the risk of losses attributable to changes in interest rates. In general, if prevailing interest rates rise, the values of debt securities tend to fall, and if interest rates fall, the values of debt securities tend to rise. Actions by governments and central banking authorities can result in increases in interest rates. Increasing interest rates may negatively affect the value of debt securities held by the Fund, resulting in a negative impact on the Fund's performance and net asset value per share. In general, the longer the maturity or duration of a debt security, the greater its sensitivity to changes in interest rates.

Liquidity Risk

Liquidity risk is the risk associated with a lack of marketability of investments which may make it difficult to sell the investment at a desirable time or price. Changing regulatory, market or other conditions or environments (for example, the interest rate or credit environments) may adversely affect the liquidity of the Fund's investments. The Fund may have to accept a lower selling price for the holding, sell other investments, or forego another, more appealing investment opportunity. Generally, the less liquid the market at the time the Fund sells a portfolio investment, the greater the risk of loss or decline of value to the Fund. A less liquid market can lead to an increase in Fund redemptions, which may negatively impact Fund performance and net asset value per share, including, for example, if the Fund is forced to sell securities in a down market.

Convertible Securities Risk

Convertible debt securities are subject to the usual risks associated with debt securities, such as interest rate risk and credit risk. Convertible securities also react to changes in the value of the common stock into which they convert, and are thus subject to market risk. The Fund may also be forced to convert a convertible security at an inopportune time, which may decrease the Fund's return.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 45.4% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 20.6% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 10. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 11. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under

their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Convertible Securities Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Convertible Securities Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was somewhat higher than the median ratio, but lower than the 60th percentile of the Fund's Lipper peer universe. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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COLUMBIA CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES FUND

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Convertible Securities Fund

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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

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Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

10

   

Statement of Operations

   

12

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

13

   

Financial Highlights

   

15

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

22

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

29

   
Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

32

   

Important Information About This Report

   

35

   

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Marsico Focused Equities Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.24% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund slightly outperformed its benchmark, the S&P 500 Index, which returned -5.32% during the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

12/31/97

                                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.24

     

-0.18

     

15.90

     

7.32

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.69

     

-5.91

     

14.53

     

6.68

   

Class B

 

12/31/97

                             

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.61

     

-0.92

     

15.04

     

6.52

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.03

     

-5.21

     

14.83

     

6.52

   

Class C

 

12/31/97

                                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.58

     

-0.91

     

15.05

     

6.52

   

Including sales charges

           

-6.46

     

-1.77

     

15.05

     

6.52

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-5.04

     

0.30

     

16.51

     

7.60

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.15

     

0.06

     

16.06

     

7.39

   

Class R5*

 

12/11/13

   

-5.07

     

0.24

     

16.06

     

7.39

   

Class Z

 

12/31/97

   

-5.12

     

0.11

     

16.20

     

7.59

   

S&P 500 Index

           

-5.32

     

0.48

     

15.87

     

7.15

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one class of shares at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of 500 widely held, large-capitalization U.S. stocks and is frequently used as a general measure of market performance.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

Marsico Capital Management, LLC

Thomas Marsico

Coralie Witter, CFA

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Facebook, Inc., Class A

   

8.6

   

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

6.0

   

Visa, Inc., Class A

   

5.7

   

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The)

   

5.2

   

Google, Inc., Class A

   

5.2

   

Nike, Inc., Class B

   

5.0

   

HCA Holdings, Inc.

   

4.5

   

Starbucks Corp.

   

4.4

   

Allergan PLC

   

4.2

   

Charles Schwab Corp. (The)

   

4.2

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

94.1

   

Money Market Funds

   

5.9

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

24.1

   

Consumer Staples

   

2.2

   

Financials

   

4.2

   

Health Care

   

28.2

   

Industrials

   

3.3

   

Information Technology

   

32.8

   

Materials

   

5.2

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End
of the Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

947.60

     

1,019.11

     

6.01

     

6.23

     

1.22

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

943.90

     

1,015.32

     

9.68

     

10.03

     

1.97

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.20

     

1,015.32

     

9.68

     

10.03

     

1.97

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.60

     

1,021.63

     

3.55

     

3.68

     

0.72

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

948.50

     

1,020.37

     

4.78

     

4.95

     

0.97

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.30

     

1,021.13

     

4.04

     

4.19

     

0.82

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

948.80

     

1,020.37

     

4.78

     

4.95

     

0.97

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 96.5%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 23.3%

 

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 7.4%

 

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.(a)

   

41,730

     

29,628,717

   

Starbucks Corp.

   

736,787

     

40,309,617

   

Total

       

69,938,334

   

Internet & Catalog Retail 2.0%

 

Amazon.com, Inc.(a)

   

37,082

     

19,018,987

   

Media 5.8%

 

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

531,959

     

54,195,983

   

Multiline Retail 3.2%

 

Dollar Tree, Inc.(a)

   

390,436

     

29,774,650

   

Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 4.9%

 

Nike, Inc., Class B

   

409,991

     

45,816,494

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

218,744,448

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 2.1%

 

Food & Staples Retailing 2.1%

 

CVS Health Corp.

   

196,421

     

20,113,510

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

20,113,510

   

FINANCIALS 4.0%

 

Capital Markets 4.0%

 

Charles Schwab Corp. (The)

   

1,245,281

     

37,831,637

   

Total Financials

       

37,831,637

   

HEALTH CARE 27.2%

 

Biotechnology 6.5%

 

Celgene Corp.(a)

   

193,412

     

22,838,089

   

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

19,671

     

10,101,059

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

223,793

     

28,538,083

   

Total

       

61,477,231

   

Health Care Providers & Services 8.3%

 

HCA Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

470,969

     

40,795,335

   

UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

   

317,365

     

36,719,130

   

Total

       

77,514,465

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 3.1%

 

Illumina, Inc.(a)

   

148,027

     

29,251,615

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Pharmaceuticals 9.3%

 

Allergan PLC(a)

   

124,836

     

37,917,687

   

Novartis AG, Registered Shares

   

324,695

     

31,809,462

   

Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

315,104

     

18,134,235

   

Total

       

87,861,384

   

Total Health Care

       

256,104,695

   

INDUSTRIALS 3.2%

 

Aerospace & Defense 3.2%

 

Boeing Co. (The)

   

230,692

     

30,146,830

   

Total Industrials

       

30,146,830

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 31.7%

 

Internet Software & Services 15.9%

 

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., ADR(a)

   

374,969

     

24,792,950

   

Facebook, Inc., Class A(a)

   

871,979

     

77,981,082

   

Google, Inc., Class A(a)

   

72,584

     

47,021,367

   

Total

       

149,795,399

   

IT Services 5.5%

 

Visa, Inc., Class A

   

727,443

     

51,866,686

   

Software 6.4%

 

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

472,174

     

31,234,310

   

Salesforce.com, inc.(a)

   

417,695

     

28,971,326

   

Total

       

60,205,636

   

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 3.9%

 

Apple, Inc.

   

319,574

     

36,035,164

   

Total Information Technology

       

297,902,885

   

MATERIALS 5.0%

 

Chemicals 5.0%

 

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The)

   

183,847

     

47,029,901

   

Total Materials

       

47,029,901

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $754,312,077)
       

907,873,906

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Money Market Funds 6.0%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

56,675,320

     

56,675,320

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $56,675,320)
       

56,675,320

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $810,987,397)
       

964,549,226

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

(23,211,015

)

 

Net Assets

       

941,338,211

   

 

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

23,630,450

     

294,566,544

     

(261,521,674

)

   

56,675,320

     

16,931

     

56,675,320

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

218,744,448

     

     

     

218,744,448

   

Consumer Staples

   

20,113,510

     

     

     

20,113,510

   

Financials

   

37,831,637

     

     

     

37,831,637

   

Health Care

   

224,295,233

     

31,809,462

     

     

256,104,695

   

Industrials

   

30,146,830

     

     

     

30,146,830

   

Information Technology

   

297,902,885

     

     

     

297,902,885

   

Materials

   

47,029,901

     

     

     

47,029,901

   

Total Common Stocks

   

876,064,444

     

31,809,462

     

     

907,873,906

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

56,675,320

     

     

56,675,320

   

Total Investments

   

876,064,444

     

88,484,782

     

     

964,549,226

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

23,630,450

     

23,630,450

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $754,312,077)

 

$

907,873,906

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $56,675,320)

   

56,675,320

   

Total investments (identified cost $810,987,397)

   

964,549,226

   

Receivable for:

 

Capital shares sold

   

459,456

   

Dividends

   

418,421

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

111,850

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

831

   

Prepaid expenses

   

6,650

   

Other assets

   

771

   

Total assets

   

965,547,205

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

21,520,067

   

Capital shares purchased

   

2,155,897

   

Investment management fees

   

58,809

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

26,728

   

Transfer agent fees

   

233,328

   

Compensation of board members

   

155,696

   

Other expenses

   

58,469

   

Total liabilities

   

24,208,994

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

941,338,211

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

650,867,153

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

   

(3,096,716

)

 

Accumulated net realized gain

   

140,005,067

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

153,561,829

   

Foreign currency translations

   

878

   

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

941,338,211

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

471,386,760

   

Shares outstanding

   

25,629,735

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.39

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

19.51

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

3,758,472

   

Shares outstanding

   

254,839

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.75

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

198,044,319

   

Shares outstanding

   

13,330,627

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.86

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,366

   

Shares outstanding

   

121

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

19.48

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

18,812,093

   

Shares outstanding

   

954,410

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

19.71

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

6,835,730

   

Shares outstanding

   

345,228

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

19.80

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

242,498,471

   

Shares outstanding

   

12,565,851

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

19.30

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six months ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

4,019,563

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

16,931

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(140,859

)

 

Total income

   

3,895,635

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

3,893,841

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

652,584

   

Class B

   

24,998

   

Class C

   

1,103,080

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

534,295

   

Class B

   

5,112

   

Class C

   

225,720

   

Class R4

   

19,358

   

Class R5

   

2,038

   

Class Z

   

280,778

   

Compensation of board members

   

17,190

   

Custodian fees

   

5,236

   

Printing and postage fees

   

59,967

   

Registration fees

   

47,085

   

Professional fees

   

17,054

   

Line of credit interest expense

   

832

   

Other

   

18,073

   

Total expenses

   

6,907,241

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(60,704

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(1,400

)

 

Total net expenses

   

6,845,137

   

Net investment loss

   

(2,949,502

)

 

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

140,936,404

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(9,429

)

 

Net realized gain

   

140,926,975

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(191,240,227

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

878

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(191,239,349

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(50,312,374

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(53,261,876

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment loss

 

$

(2,949,502

)

 

$

(3,485,716

)

 

Net realized gain

   

140,926,975

     

146,542,578

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(191,239,349

)

   

(21,368,432

)

 

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(53,261,876

)

   

121,688,430

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(27,055,935

)

   

(80,162,713

)

 

Class B

   

(288,147

)

   

(1,339,657

)

 

Class C

   

(13,986,691

)

   

(38,715,086

)

 

Class I

   

(136

)

   

(384

)

 

Class R4

   

(949,608

)

   

(2,349,929

)

 

Class R5

   

(398,771

)

   

(1,053,402

)

 

Class Z

   

(14,094,413

)

   

(38,715,563

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(56,773,701

)

   

(162,336,734

)

 

Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(39,168,334

)

   

(26,347,769

)

 

Total decrease in net assets

   

(149,203,911

)

   

(66,996,073

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

1,090,542,122

     

1,157,538,195

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

941,338,211

   

$

1,090,542,122

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

 

$

(3,096,716

)

 

$

(147,214

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six months ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

2,249,662

     

44,506,465

     

4,820,728

     

97,594,452

   

Distributions reinvested

   

914,895

     

17,995,979

     

2,776,625

     

54,757,149

   

Redemptions

   

(4,033,532

)

   

(80,748,630

)

   

(9,322,975

)

   

(189,037,130

)

 

Net decrease

   

(868,975

)

   

(18,246,186

)

   

(1,725,622

)

   

(36,685,529

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

9,091

     

143,599

     

44,374

     

720,662

   

Distributions reinvested

   

8,541

     

134,870

     

37,916

     

613,457

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(140,707

)

   

(2,310,186

)

   

(300,958

)

   

(5,014,838

)

 

Net decrease

   

(123,075

)

   

(2,031,717

)

   

(218,668

)

   

(3,680,719

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

625,275

     

9,995,805

     

1,597,783

     

26,272,969

   

Distributions reinvested

   

434,367

     

6,910,772

     

1,135,959

     

18,508,823

   

Redemptions

   

(1,290,063

)

   

(21,025,997

)

   

(2,928,365

)

   

(49,238,868

)

 

Net decrease

   

(230,421

)

   

(4,119,420

)

   

(194,623

)

   

(4,457,076

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

126,961

     

2,648,285

     

627,616

     

13,845,661

   

Distributions reinvested

   

45,063

     

949,481

     

111,789

     

2,349,570

   

Redemptions

   

(79,209

)

   

(1,687,923

)

   

(112,189

)

   

(2,400,603

)

 

Net increase

   

92,815

     

1,909,843

     

627,216

     

13,794,628

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

37,042

     

800,246

     

107,825

     

2,321,122

   

Distributions reinvested

   

18,839

     

398,640

     

49,924

     

1,053,035

   

Redemptions

   

(106,037

)

   

(2,277,266

)

   

(38,960

)

   

(825,076

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(50,156

)

   

(1,078,380

)

   

118,789

     

2,549,081

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

907,079

     

18,962,163

     

3,573,420

     

75,216,851

   

Distributions reinvested

   

510,657

     

10,534,862

     

1,368,412

     

28,209,168

   

Redemptions

   

(2,162,682

)

   

(45,099,499

)

   

(4,785,626

)

   

(101,294,173

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(744,946

)

   

(15,602,474

)

   

156,206

     

2,131,846

   

Total net decrease

   

(1,924,758

)

   

(39,168,334

)

   

(1,236,702

)

   

(26,347,769

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

  Year ended
February 29,
  Year ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

20.50

   

$

21.22

   

$

20.84

   

$

24.18

   

$

23.53

   

$

18.99

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.02

)

   

0.06

     

0.02

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.95

)

   

2.41

     

6.50

     

1.28

     

0.95

     

4.54

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.00

)

   

2.36

     

6.48

     

1.34

     

0.97

     

4.54

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.11

)

   

(0.01

)

   

   

Net realized gains

   

(1.11

)

   

(3.08

)

   

(6.10

)

   

(4.57

)

   

(0.31

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.11

)

   

(3.08

)

   

(6.10

)

   

(4.68

)

   

(0.32

)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.39

   

$

20.50

   

$

21.22

   

$

20.84

   

$

24.18

   

$

23.53

   

Total return

   

(5.24

%)

   

12.29

%

   

34.77

%

   

6.84

%

   

4.26

%

   

23.91

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.23

%(c)(d)

   

1.22

%(c)

   

1.21

%(c)

   

1.34

%

   

1.36

%

   

1.30

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.22

%(c)(d)(f)

   

1.22

%(c)(f)

   

1.21

%(c)(f)

   

1.29

%(f)

   

1.36

%(f)

   

1.30

%(c)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.48

%)(d)

   

(0.23

%)

   

(0.07

%)

   

0.28

%

   

0.09

%

   

0.01

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

471,387

   

$

543,323

   

$

598,791

   

$

932,546

   

$

1,137,240

   

$

1,370,199

   

Portfolio turnover

   

38

%

   

53

%

   

95

%

   

76

%

   

90

%

   

77

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

  Year ended
February 29,
  Year ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.70

   

$

17.84

   

$

18.35

   

$

21.88

   

$

21.48

   

$

17.46

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.09

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.77

)

   

1.98

     

5.61

     

1.13

     

0.86

     

4.16

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.87

)

   

1.82

     

5.45

     

1.04

     

0.71

     

4.02

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.08

)

   

(2.96

)

   

(5.96

)

   

(4.57

)

   

(0.31

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.08

)

   

(2.96

)

   

(5.96

)

   

(4.57

)

   

(0.31

)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.75

   

$

16.70

   

$

17.84

   

$

18.35

   

$

21.88

   

$

21.48

   

Total return

   

(5.61

%)

   

11.48

%

   

33.71

%

   

6.09

%

   

3.44

%

   

23.02

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.98

%(b)(c)

   

1.97

%(b)

   

1.96

%(b)

   

2.09

%

   

2.12

%

   

2.05

%(b)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.97

%(b)(c)(e)

   

1.97

%(b)(e)

   

1.96

%(b)(e)

   

2.04

%(e)

   

2.12

%(e)

   

2.05

%(b)(e)

 

Net investment loss

   

(1.21

%)(c)

   

(0.98

%)

   

(0.84

%)

   

(0.46

%)

   

(0.70

%)

   

(0.74

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

3,758

   

$

6,310

   

$

10,640

   

$

14,818

   

$

23,745

   

$

45,196

   

Portfolio turnover

   

38

%

   

53

%

   

95

%

   

76

%

   

90

%

   

77

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

 

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

  Year ended
February 29,
  Year ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.81

   

$

17.94

   

$

18.42

   

$

21.96

   

$

21.55

   

$

17.52

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.77

)

   

1.99

     

5.64

     

1.13

     

0.86

     

4.17

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.87

)

   

1.83

     

5.48

     

1.03

     

0.72

     

4.03

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.08

)

   

(2.96

)

   

(5.96

)

   

(4.57

)

   

(0.31

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.08

)

   

(2.96

)

   

(5.96

)

   

(4.57

)

   

(0.31

)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.86

   

$

16.81

   

$

17.94

   

$

18.42

   

$

21.96

   

$

21.55

   

Total return

   

(5.58

%)

   

11.47

%

   

33.75

%

   

6.02

%

   

3.47

%

   

23.00

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.98

%(b)(c)

   

1.97

%(b)

   

1.96

%(b)

   

2.09

%

   

2.11

%

   

2.05

%(b)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.97

%(b)(c)(e)

   

1.97

%(b)(e)

   

1.96

%(b)(e)

   

2.04

%(e)

   

2.11

%(e)

   

2.05

%(b)(e)

 

Net investment loss

   

(1.23

%)(c)

   

(0.98

%)

   

(0.85

%)

   

(0.47

%)

   

(0.66

%)

   

(0.73

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

198,044

   

$

227,979

   

$

246,747

   

$

225,678

   

$

262,048

   

$

304,857

   

Portfolio turnover

   

38

%

   

53

%

   

95

%

   

76

%

   

90

%

   

77

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

 

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

  Year ended
February 29,
  Year ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.62

   

$

22.18

   

$

21.53

   

$

24.81

   

$

24.04

   

$

20.59

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.00

(b)

   

0.06

     

0.09

     

0.17

     

0.10

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.02

)

   

2.55

     

6.74

     

1.32

     

1.07

     

3.52

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.02

)

   

2.61

     

6.83

     

1.49

     

1.17

     

3.52

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.20

)

   

(0.09

)

   

(0.07

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.12

)

   

(3.17

)

   

(6.18

)

   

(4.57

)

   

(0.31

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.12

)

   

(3.17

)

   

(6.18

)

   

(4.77

)

   

(0.40

)

   

(0.07

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

19.48

   

$

21.62

   

$

22.18

   

$

21.53

   

$

24.81

   

$

24.04

   

Total return

   

(5.04

%)

   

12.91

%

   

35.39

%

   

7.29

%

   

5.04

%

   

17.09

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.72

%(d)(e)

   

0.71

%(d)

   

0.73

%(d)

   

0.88

%

   

0.91

%

   

0.89

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.72

%(d)(e)

   

0.71

%(d)

   

0.73

%(d)

   

0.86

%

   

0.91

%(g)

   

0.89

%(e)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

0.02

%(e)

   

0.28

%

   

0.40

%

   

0.71

%

   

0.44

%

   

0.00

%(b)(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

28,852

   

Portfolio turnover

   

38

%

   

53

%

   

95

%

   

76

%

   

90

%

   

77

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.88

   

$

22.42

   

$

21.72

   

$

22.72

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.02

)

   

0.01

     

0.00

(b)

   

0.01

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.04

)

   

2.57

     

6.84

     

2.25

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.06

)

   

2.58

     

6.84

     

2.26

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.18

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.11

)

   

(3.12

)

   

(6.14

)

   

(3.08

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.11

)

   

(3.12

)

   

(6.14

)

   

(3.26

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

19.71

   

$

21.88

   

$

22.42

   

$

21.72

   

Total return

   

(5.15

%)

   

12.64

%

   

35.07

%

   

10.88

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.98

%(d)(e)

   

0.98

%(d)

   

0.97

%(d)

   

1.03

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.97

%(d)(e)(g)

   

0.97

%(d)(g)

   

0.97

%(d)(g)

   

0.99

%(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.23

%)(e)

   

0.03

%

   

0.02

%

   

0.18

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

18,812

   

$

18,848

   

$

5,255

   

$

2

   

Portfolio turnover

   

38

%

   

53

%

   

95

%

   

76

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.96

   

$

22.49

   

$

25.48

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.01

)

   

0.04

     

(0.00

)(b)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.03

)

   

2.58

     

1.77

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.04

)

   

2.62

     

1.77

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.12

)

   

(3.15

)

   

(4.76

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.12

)

   

(3.15

)

   

(4.76

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

19.80

   

$

21.96

   

$

22.49

   

Total return

   

(5.07

%)

   

12.77

%

   

8.59

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.82

%(d)(e)

   

0.82

%(d)

   

0.81

%(d)(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.82

%(d)(e)

   

0.82

%(d)

   

0.81

%(d)(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.08

%)(e)

   

0.17

%

   

(0.02

%)(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

6,836

   

$

8,682

   

$

6,220

   

Portfolio turnover

   

38

%

   

53

%

   

95

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from December 11, 2013 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

  Year ended
February 29,
  Year ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.44

   

$

22.04

   

$

21.44

   

$

24.73

   

$

24.05

   

$

19.39

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.02

)

   

0.01

     

0.04

     

0.13

     

0.08

     

0.06

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.01

)

   

2.51

     

6.70

     

1.31

     

0.97

     

4.64

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.03

)

   

2.52

     

6.74

     

1.44

     

1.05

     

4.70

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.16

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.11

)

   

(3.12

)

   

(6.14

)

   

(4.57

)

   

(0.31

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.11

)

   

(3.12

)

   

(6.14

)

   

(4.73

)

   

(0.37

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

19.30

   

$

21.44

   

$

22.04

   

$

21.44

   

$

24.73

   

$

24.05

   

Total return

   

(5.12

%)

   

12.59

%

   

35.08

%

   

7.12

%

   

4.51

%

   

24.23

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.98

%(b)(c)

   

0.98

%(b)

   

0.96

%(b)

   

1.09

%

   

1.11

%

   

1.05

%(b)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.97

%(b)(c)(e)

   

0.97

%(b)(e)

   

0.96

%(b)(e)

   

1.04

%(e)

   

1.11

%(e)

   

1.05

%(b)(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.22

%)(c)

   

0.03

%

   

0.16

%

   

0.55

%

   

0.34

%

   

0.28

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

242,498

   

$

285,397

   

$

289,882

   

$

404,071

   

$

1,028,756

   

$

1,101,015

   

Portfolio turnover

   

38

%

   

53

%

   

95

%

   

76

%

   

90

%

   

77

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Marsico Focused Equities Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a non-diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class R4, Class R5 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges

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COLUMBIA MARSICO FOCUSED EQUITIES FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange

rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income

distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate oversight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund's subadviser (see Subadvisory Agreement) has the primary

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.77% to 0.57% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.74% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $2,426,665, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $202,628.

Subadvisory Agreement

The Investment Manager has entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Marsico Capital Management, LLC (Marsico) to serve as the subadviser to the Fund. The Investment Manager compensates Marsico to manage the investment of the Fund's assets.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,333.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until

distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.21

%

 

Class B

   

0.21

   

Class C

   

0.21

   

Class R4

   

0.21

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class Z

   

0.21

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $1,400.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares of the Fund.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $97,508 for Class A, $59 for Class B and $1,667 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft

charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.22

%

   

1.22

%

 

Class B

   

1.97

     

1.97

   

Class C

   

1.97

     

1.97

   

Class I

   

0.81

     

0.82

   

Class R4

   

0.97

     

0.97

   

Class R5

   

0.86

     

0.87

   

Class Z

   

0.97

     

0.97

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $810,987,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

178,091,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(24,529,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

153,562,000

   

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $381,523,375 and $480,303,909, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the average daily loan balance outstanding on days when borrowing existed was $3,600,000 at a weighted average interest rate of 1.19%. Interest expense incurred by the Fund is recorded as a line of credit interest expense in the Statement of Operations.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Consumer Discretionary Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the consumer discretionary sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the consumer discretionary sector are subject to certain risks, including fluctuations in the performance of the overall domestic and international economy, interest rate changes, increased competition and consumer confidence. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including reduced disposable household income, reduced consumer spending, changing demographics and consumer tastes.

Health Care Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the health care sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the health care sector are subject to certain risks, including restrictions on government reimbursement for medical expenses, government approval of medical products and services, competitive pricing pressures, and the rising cost of medical products and services (especially for companies dependent upon a relatively limited number of products or services). Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including, government regulation, obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so), product liability and other similar litigation as well as product obsolescence.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 33.4% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Technology and Technology-related Investment Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the information technology sector, as well as other technology-related sectors (collectively, the technology sectors) than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the technology sectors are subject to certain risks, including the risk that new services, equipment or technologies will not be accepted by consumers and businesses or will become rapidly obsolete. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so) and significant competitive pressures, including aggressive pricing of their products or services, new market entrants, competition for market share and short product cycles due to an accelerated rate of technological developments. Such competitive pressures may lead to limited earnings and/or falling profit margins. As a result, the value of their securities may fall or fail to rise. In addition, many technology sector companies have limited operating histories and prices of these companies' securities historically have been more volatile than other securities, especially over the short term.

Non-Diversification Risk

A non-diversified fund is permitted to invest a greater percentage of its total assets in fewer issuers than a diversified fund. The Fund may, therefore, have a greater risk of loss from a few issuers than a similar fund that invests more broadly.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange

Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico Focused Equities Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements) for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the Advisory Agreements with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Board took into account the information it received and reviewed concerning Columbia Management's ongoing oversight and monitoring of the subadvisers, observing the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other noted services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the Subadviser oversight structure and the Columbia Management team dedicated thereto as well as the contemplated enhancements to the team and its resources. The Board also noted the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written) and other considerations, including, in particular, the performance of the Fund (discussed below), as well as the Investment Manager's recommendation that the Board approve renewal of the Subadvisory Agreement with the Subadviser the Board concluded that the services being performed under the Subadvisory Agreement were acceptable for purposes of renewal for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments

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in its business and earn an appropriate profit. For purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico Focused Equities Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers and the planned enhancements for the Subadviser investment oversight, research and monitoring program, including a restructuring and bolstering of the subadvisory oversight and research team. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other

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service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreement.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund, recognizing that the Subadviser was being subject to heightened surveillance.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser and the enhancements being implemented to the program. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board's analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio.

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Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by other comparable mutual funds employing the Subadviser to provide subadvisory services. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund's investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Marsico Focused Equities Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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SEMIANNUAL REPORT

August 31, 2015

COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

(to be renamed Columbia Select Global Growth Fund, effective November 30, 2015)




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

4

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

5

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

8

   

Statement of Operations

   

10

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

11

   

Financial Highlights

   

13

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

19

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
and Subadvisory Agreements
   

27

   
Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

30

   

Important Information About This Report

   

33

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

     

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Marsico Global Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.62% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the MSCI All Country World Index (Net), which returned -7.18% during the same time period.

n  Effective May 1, 2015, the Fund will be renamed Columbia Select Global Growth Fund. At that time, Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC will replace Marsico Capital Management, LLC in providing day-to-day management of the Fund's portfolio.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

Life

 

Class A

 

04/30/08

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.62

     

-1.98

     

13.58

     

5.78

   

Including sales charges

           

-11.05

     

-7.60

     

12.23

     

4.93

   

Class C

 

04/30/08

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.99

     

-2.75

     

12.74

     

5.00

   

Including sales charges

           

-6.93

     

-3.69

     

12.74

     

5.00

   

Class R

 

04/30/08

   

-5.76

     

-2.23

     

13.28

     

5.51

   

Class R4*

 

01/08/14

   

-5.55

     

-1.81

     

13.66

     

5.83

   

Class R5*

 

01/08/14

   

-5.47

     

-1.66

     

13.69

     

5.85

   

Class Z

 

04/30/08

   

-5.55

     

-1.81

     

13.86

     

6.04

   

MSCI All Country World Index (Net)

           

-7.18

     

-6.29

     

9.60

     

2.69

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% contingent deferred sales charges for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one class of shares at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The MSCI All Country World Index (Net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization weighted index that is designed to measure the equity market performance of developed and emerging markets. The index consists of 45 country indices comprising 24 developed and 21 emerging market country indices.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes (except the MSCI All Country World Index (Net), which reflects reinvested dividends net of withholding taxes) or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Facebook, Inc., Class A (United States)

   

6.2

   

Novartis AG, Registered Shares (Switzerland)

   

5.2

   

Domino's Pizza Group PLC (United Kingdom)

   

4.1

   

Google, Inc., Class A (United States)

   

4.1

   

Ryanair Holdings PLC, ADR (Ireland)

   

3.9

   

Apple, Inc. (United States)

   

3.8

   

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (United States)

   

3.4

   

Nike, Inc., Class B (United States)

   

3.4

   

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The) (United States)

   

3.3

   

Safran SA (France)

   

3.1

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Country Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Australia

   

2.6

   

Canada

   

3.9

   

China

   

6.1

   

Denmark

   

2.5

   

France

   

6.8

   

Ireland

   

3.8

   

Switzerland

   

5.0

   

United Kingdom

   

8.3

   

United States(a)

   

61.0

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Country Breakdown is based primarily on issuer's place of organization/incorporation. Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

(a) Includes investments in Money Market Funds.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

36.6

   

Consumer Staples

   

3.0

   

Health Care

   

22.9

   

Industrials

   

7.0

   

Information Technology

   

27.2

   

Materials

   

3.3

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Portfolio Management

Marsico Capital Management, LLC

Thomas Marsico

Effective November 30, 2015, Thomas Galvin, Richard Carter and Todd Herget will replace Thomas Marsico as Portfolio Managers of the Fund and Marsico Capital Management, LLC will no longer serve as subadviser to the Fund.

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

943.80

     

1,017.79

     

7.27

     

7.55

     

1.48

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

940.10

     

1,014.00

     

10.93

     

11.35

     

2.23

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

942.40

     

1,016.53

     

8.49

     

8.82

     

1.73

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.50

     

1,019.06

     

6.04

     

6.28

     

1.23

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.30

     

1,019.41

     

5.70

     

5.92

     

1.16

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.50

     

1,019.06

     

6.04

     

6.28

     

1.23

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 96.0%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

AUSTRALIA 2.6%

 

Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd.

   

64,095

     

1,803,843

   

CANADA 3.9%

 

IMAX Corp.(a)

   

38,273

     

1,199,859

   
Valeant Pharmaceuticals
International, Inc.(a)
   

6,617

     

1,525,880

   

Total

       

2,725,739

   

CHINA 6.1%

 

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., ADR(a)

   

29,910

     

1,977,649

   

Ctrip.com International Ltd., ADR(a)

   

15,366

     

1,021,071

   

Tencent Holdings Ltd.

   

75,900

     

1,271,099

   

Total

       

4,269,819

   

DENMARK 2.5%

 

Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B

   

31,832

     

1,766,916

   

FRANCE 6.8%

 

Hermes International

   

3,234

     

1,149,134

   

JCDecaux SA

   

41,354

     

1,486,366

   

Safran SA

   

26,403

     

2,062,711

   

Total

       

4,698,211

   

IRELAND 3.8%

 

Ryanair Holdings PLC, ADR

   

35,701

     

2,604,388

   

SWITZERLAND 5.0%

 

Novartis AG, Registered Shares

   

35,753

     

3,502,621

   

UNITED KINGDOM 8.3%

 

Auto Trader Group PLC(a)

   

184,426

     

956,996

   

Domino's Pizza Group PLC

   

207,399

     

2,739,491

   

Liberty Global PLC, Class C(a)

   

45,383

     

2,036,335

   

Total

       

5,732,822

   

UNITED STATES 57.0%

 

Apple, Inc.

   

22,742

     

2,564,388

   

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.(a)

   

2,353

     

1,670,654

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CVS Health Corp.

   

19,699

     

2,017,178

   

Dollar Tree, Inc.(a)

   

17,136

     

1,306,791

   

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

24,549

     

1,623,916

   

Facebook, Inc., Class A(a)

   

46,130

     

4,125,406

   

Google, Inc., Class A(a)

   

4,199

     

2,720,196

   

HCA Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

15,002

     

1,299,473

   

Illumina, Inc.(a)

   

9,232

     

1,824,335

   

lululemon athletica, Inc.(a)

   

19,856

     

1,270,983

   

Netflix, Inc.(a)

   

9,581

     

1,102,102

   

Nike, Inc., Class B

   

20,476

     

2,288,193

   

Nivalis Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

62,515

     

908,968

   

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.(a)

   

39,860

     

2,295,936

   

Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

16,400

     

943,820

   

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.(a)

   

5,812

     

954,447

   

Priceline Group, Inc. (The)(a)

   

877

     

1,095,057

   

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The)

   

8,550

     

2,187,175

   

UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

   

16,849

     

1,949,429

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

12,130

     

1,546,818

   

Visa, Inc., Class A

   

27,972

     

1,994,404

   

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

19,542

     

1,990,939

   

Total

       

39,680,608

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $65,038,312)
       

66,784,967

   

Money Market Funds 3.8%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

2,666,948

     

2,666,948

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $2,666,948)
       

2,666,948

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $67,705,260)
       

69,451,915

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

116,787

   

Net Assets

       

69,568,702

   

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments (continued)

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

5,141,885

     

33,657,947

     

(36,132,884

)

   

2,666,948

     

2,938

     

2,666,948

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing,

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Australia

   

     

1,803,843

     

     

1,803,843

   

Canada

   

2,725,739

     

     

     

2,725,739

   

China

   

2,998,720

     

1,271,099

     

     

4,269,819

   

Denmark

   

     

1,766,916

     

     

1,766,916

   

France

   

     

4,698,211

     

     

4,698,211

   

Ireland

   

2,604,388

     

     

     

2,604,388

   

Switzerland

   

     

3,502,621

     

     

3,502,621

   

United Kingdom

   

2,036,335

     

3,696,487

     

     

5,732,822

   

United States

   

39,680,608

     

     

     

39,680,608

   

Total Common Stocks

   

50,045,790

     

16,739,177

     

     

66,784,967

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

2,666,948

     

     

2,666,948

   

Total Investments

   

50,045,790

     

19,406,125

     

     

69,451,915

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

5,141,885

     

5,141,885

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $65,038,312)

 

$

66,784,967

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $2,666,948)

   

2,666,948

   

Total investments (identified cost $67,705,260)

   

69,451,915

   

Receivable for:

 

Capital shares sold

   

210,668

   

Dividends

   

50,354

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

31,378

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

483

   

Prepaid expenses

   

3,194

   

Other assets

   

22,982

   

Total assets

   

69,770,974

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Capital shares purchased

   

116,532

   

Investment management fees

   

5,030

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

2,140

   

Transfer agent fees

   

9,920

   

Compensation of board members

   

37,319

   

Accounting fees

   

16,890

   

Other expenses

   

14,441

   

Total liabilities

   

202,272

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

69,568,702

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

65,873,120

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

   

(316,112

)

 

Accumulated net realized gain

   

2,268,177

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

1,746,655

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(3,138

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

69,568,702

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

46,521,269

   

Shares outstanding

   

3,632,698

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.81

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

13.59

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

13,819,441

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,125,529

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.28

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

720,227

   

Shares outstanding

   

57,031

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.63

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

926,358

   

Shares outstanding

   

71,351

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.98

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

169,165

   

Shares outstanding

   

13,016

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.00

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

7,412,242

   

Shares outstanding

   

570,868

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.98

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

358,073

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

2,938

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(33,996

)

 

Total income

   

327,015

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

285,268

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

50,633

   

Class C

   

61,196

   

Class R

   

1,720

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

35,867

   

Class C

   

10,851

   

Class R

   

610

   

Class R4

   

2,104

   

Class R5

   

16

   

Class Z

   

8,623

   

Compensation of board members

   

6,518

   

Custodian fees

   

5,324

   

Printing and postage fees

   

14,967

   

Registration fees

   

37,412

   

Professional fees

   

17,295

   

Other

   

5,353

   

Total expenses

   

543,757

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(28,709

)

 

Total net expenses

   

515,048

   

Net investment loss

   

(188,033

)

 

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

2,387,268

   

Foreign currency translations

   

6,052

   

Net realized gain

   

2,393,320

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(6,398,306

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

(584

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(6,398,890

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(4,005,570

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(4,193,603

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment loss

 

$

(188,033

)

 

$

(230,966

)

 

Net realized gain

   

2,393,320

     

1,425,646

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

   

(6,398,890

)

   

2,415,716

   

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(4,193,603

)

   

3,610,396

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(24,824

)

   

(2,764,186

)

 

Class C

   

(7,690

)

   

(887,467

)

 

Class R

   

(390

)

   

(182,013

)

 

Class R4

   

(995

)

   

(459,456

)

 

Class R5

   

(29

)

   

(947

)

 

Class Z

   

(5,925

)

   

(961,963

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(39,853

)

   

(5,256,032

)

 

Increase in net assets from capital stock activity

   

18,606,031

     

6,284,927

   

Total increase in net assets

   

14,372,575

     

4,639,291

   

Net assets at beginning of period

   

55,196,127

     

50,556,836

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

69,568,702

   

$

55,196,127

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

 

$

(316,112

)

 

$

(128,079

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,644,581

     

22,321,927

     

1,148,935

     

15,263,367

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,718

     

23,761

     

189,257

     

2,462,861

   

Redemptions

   

(383,985

)

   

(5,178,465

)

   

(811,624

)

   

(10,777,832

)

 

Net increase

   

1,262,314

     

17,167,223

     

526,568

     

6,948,396

   

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

440,617

     

5,746,149

     

346,459

     

4,469,314

   

Distributions reinvested

   

514

     

6,829

     

52,657

     

662,210

   

Redemptions

   

(44,208

)

   

(572,892

)

   

(213,551

)

   

(2,732,087

)

 

Net increase

   

396,923

     

5,180,086

     

185,565

     

2,399,437

   

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

10,458

     

140,310

     

12,829

     

166,892

   

Distributions reinvested

   

28

     

384

     

4,350

     

56,032

   

Redemptions

   

(1,720

)

   

(22,810

)

   

(137,884

)

   

(1,808,527

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

8,766

     

117,884

     

(120,705

)

   

(1,585,603

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

31,381

     

423,818

     

282,964

     

3,943,393

   

Distributions reinvested

   

71

     

994

     

34,739

     

458,438

   

Redemptions

   

(244,950

)

   

(3,321,883

)

   

(137,419

)

   

(1,819,453

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(213,498

)

   

(2,897,071

)

   

180,284

     

2,582,378

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

9,397

     

130,233

     

3,476

     

46,139

   

Distributions reinvested

   

2

     

28

     

54

     

690

   

Redemptions

   

(73

)

   

(1,028

)

   

(19

)

   

(239

)

 

Net increase

   

9,326

     

129,233

     

3,511

     

46,590

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

247,019

     

3,346,016

     

278,958

     

3,651,945

   

Distributions reinvested

   

369

     

5,172

     

53,219

     

700,855

   

Redemptions

   

(321,852

)

   

(4,442,512

)

   

(631,949

)

   

(8,459,071

)

 

Net decrease

   

(74,464

)

   

(1,091,324

)

   

(299,772

)

   

(4,106,271

)

 

Total net increase

   

1,389,367

     

18,606,031

     

475,451

     

6,284,927

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 
Year Ended February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.58

   

$

14.05

   

$

10.78

   

$

9.71

   

$

10.16

   

$

7.85

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.73

)

   

1.02

     

3.82

     

1.11

     

(0.28

)

   

2.42

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.76

)

   

0.96

     

3.76

     

1.07

     

(0.33

)

   

2.37

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.06

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.49

)

   

     

(0.10

)

   

   

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.49

)

   

     

(0.12

)

   

(0.06

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.81

   

$

13.58

   

$

14.05

   

$

10.78

   

$

9.71

   

$

10.16

   

Total return

   

(5.62

%)

   

7.53

%

   

35.05

%

   

11.02

%

   

(3.27

%)

   

30.23

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.57

%(b)

   

1.71

%(c)

   

1.80

%

   

2.18

%

   

3.58

%

   

5.38

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.48

%(b)

   

1.49

%(c)

   

1.51

%

   

1.57

%

   

1.60

%

   

1.60

%(e)

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.49

%)(b)

   

(0.44

%)

   

(0.50

%)

   

(0.41

%)

   

(0.50

%)

   

(0.59

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

46,521

   

$

32,186

   

$

25,902

   

$

10,610

   

$

3,786

   

$

3,343

   

Portfolio turnover

   

56

%

   

98

%

   

149

%

   

98

%

   

112

%

   

104

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 
Year Ended February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.07

   

$

13.67

   

$

10.51

   

$

9.53

   

$

10.04

   

$

7.78

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.70

)

   

0.98

     

3.71

     

1.09

     

(0.30

)

   

2.39

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.78

)

   

0.83

     

3.56

     

0.98

     

(0.41

)

   

2.27

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.01

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.40

)

   

     

(0.10

)

   

   

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.40

)

   

     

(0.10

)

   

(0.01

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.28

   

$

13.07

   

$

13.67

   

$

10.51

   

$

9.53

   

$

10.04

   

Total return

   

(5.99

%)

   

6.74

%

   

34.01

%

   

10.28

%

   

(4.04

%)

   

29.14

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.32

%(c)

   

2.46

%(d)

   

2.54

%

   

3.03

%

   

4.32

%

   

6.13

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

2.23

%(c)

   

2.24

%(d)

   

2.26

%

   

2.32

%

   

2.35

%

   

2.35

%(f)

 

Net investment loss

   

(1.23

%)(c)

   

(1.18

%)

   

(1.24

%)

   

(1.10

%)

   

(1.25

%)

   

(1.33

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

13,819

   

$

9,521

   

$

7,423

   

$

2,586

   

$

2,012

   

$

2,051

   

Portfolio turnover

   

56

%

   

98

%

   

149

%

   

98

%

   

112

%

   

104

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 
Year Ended February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.41

   

$

13.92

   

$

10.70

   

$

9.65

   

$

10.13

   

$

7.83

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.09

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.07

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.72

)

   

0.98

     

3.77

     

1.11

     

(0.30

)

   

2.41

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.77

)

   

0.92

     

3.68

     

1.05

     

(0.37

)

   

2.34

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

(0.10

)

   

   

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.46

)

   

     

(0.11

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.63

   

$

13.41

   

$

13.92

   

$

10.70

   

$

9.65

   

$

10.13

   

Total return

   

(5.76

%)

   

7.30

%

   

34.55

%

   

10.88

%

   

(3.62

%)

   

29.94

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.82

%(c)

   

1.92

%(d)

   

2.06

%

   

2.53

%

   

3.82

%

   

5.63

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.73

%(c)

   

1.75

%(d)

   

1.77

%

   

1.82

%

   

1.85

%

   

1.85

%(f)

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.70

%)(c)

   

(0.41

%)

   

(0.69

%)

   

(0.61

%)

   

(0.75

%)

   

(0.82

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

720

   

$

647

   

$

2,353

   

$

1,645

   

$

1,195

   

$

1,245

   

Portfolio turnover

   

56

%

   

98

%

   

149

%

   

98

%

   

112

%

   

104

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 
Year Ended February 28,
 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.75

   

$

14.17

   

$

13.95

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.00

)(b)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.01

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.76

)

   

1.03

     

0.23

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.76

)

   

1.01

     

0.22

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.98

   

$

13.75

   

$

14.17

   

Total return

   

(5.55

%)

   

7.83

%

   

1.58

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.30

%(d)

   

1.45

%(e)

   

1.47

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.23

%(d)

   

1.24

%(e)

   

1.25

%(d)

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.06

%)(d)

   

(0.12

%)

   

(0.33

%)(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

926

   

$

3,917

   

$

1,482

   

Portfolio turnover

   

56

%

   

98

%

   

149

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from January 8, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 
Year Ended February 28,
 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.76

   

$

14.17

   

$

13.95

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.01

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.74

)

   

1.09

     

0.23

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.75

)

   

1.02

     

0.22

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.00

   

$

13.76

   

$

14.17

   

Total return

   

(5.47

%)

   

7.90

%

   

1.58

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.21

%(c)

   

1.37

%(d)

   

1.38

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.16

%(c)

   

1.18

%(d)

   

1.20

%(c)

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.22

%)(c)

   

(0.55

%)

   

(0.37

%)(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

169

   

$

51

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

56

%

   

98

%

   

149

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from January 8, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 
Year Ended February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.75

   

$

14.17

   

$

10.87

   

$

9.76

   

$

10.20

   

$

7.88

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.03

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.75

)

   

1.03

     

3.86

     

1.13

     

(0.30

)

   

2.43

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.76

)

   

1.01

     

3.82

     

1.11

     

(0.32

)

   

2.40

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.52

)

   

     

(0.10

)

   

   

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(1.43

)

   

(0.52

)

   

     

(0.12

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.98

   

$

13.75

   

$

14.17

   

$

10.87

   

$

9.76

   

$

10.20

   

Total return

   

(5.55

%)

   

7.83

%

   

35.32

%

   

11.37

%

   

(3.12

%)

   

30.47

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.31

%(b)

   

1.44

%(c)

   

1.54

%

   

1.88

%

   

3.32

%

   

5.13

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.23

%(b)

   

1.24

%(c)

   

1.26

%

   

1.32

%

   

1.35

%

   

1.35

%(e)

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.21

%)(b)

   

(0.12

%)

   

(0.29

%)

   

(0.19

%)

   

(0.25

%)

   

(0.33

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

7,412

   

$

8,874

   

$

13,395

   

$

4,263

   

$

1,438

   

$

1,557

   

Portfolio turnover

   

56

%

   

98

%

   

149

%

   

98

%

   

112

%

   

104

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Marsico Global Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class C, Class R, Class R4, Class R5 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net

realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as

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shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may

be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate oversight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund's subadviser (see Subadvisory Agreement) has the primary responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.87% to 0.67% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.87% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement.

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For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $162,765, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $16,483.

Subadvisory Agreement

The Investment Manager has entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Marsico Capital Management, LLC (Marsico) to serve as the subadviser to the Fund. The Investment Manager compensates Marsico to manage the investment of the Fund's assets.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $621.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of

accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.18

%

 

Class C

   

0.18

   

Class R

   

0.18

   

Class R4

   

0.18

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class Z

   

0.18

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, no minimum account balance fees were charged by the Fund.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to

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compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75% and 0.50% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class C and Class R shares of the Fund.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $122,101 for Class A and $365 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the periods disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:

    July 1, 2015
through
June 30, 2016
  Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.46

%

   

1.64

%

 

Class C

   

2.21

     

2.39

   

Class R

   

1.71

     

1.89

   

Class R4

   

1.21

     

1.39

   

Class R5

   

1.13

     

1.33

   

Class Z

   

1.21

     

1.39

   

Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled

investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund's expense ratio was subject to a voluntary expense reimbursement arrangement pursuant to which fees were waived and/or expenses reimbursed (excluding certain fees and expenses immediately described above), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, did not exceed the annual rates of 1.49% for Class A, 2.24% for Class C, 1.74% for Class R, 1.24% for Class R4, 1.18% for Class R5 and 1.24% for Class Z.

Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $67,705,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

4,600,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(2,853,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

1,747,000

   

Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $93,754 at February 28, 2015 as arising on March 1, 2015.

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements.

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However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $55,684,530 and $33,236,973, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Consumer Discretionary Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the consumer discretionary sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the consumer discretionary sector are subject to certain risks, including fluctuations in the performance of the overall domestic and international economy, interest rate changes, increased competition and consumer confidence. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including reduced disposable household income, reduced consumer spending, changing demographics and consumer tastes.

Foreign Securities and Emerging Market Countries Risk

Investing in foreign securities may include certain risks and considerations not typically associated with investing in U.S. securities, such as fluctuating currency values and changing local and regional economic, political and social conditions, which may result in greater market volatility. In addition, certain foreign securities may not be as liquid as U.S. securities. Investing in emerging markets may accentuate these risks. These countries are also more likely to experience high levels of inflation, deflation or currency devaluation which could hurt their economies and securities markets. To the extent that the Fund concentrates its investment exposure to any one or a few specific countries, the Fund will be particularly susceptible to the various conditions, events or other factors impacting those countries and may, therefore, have a greater risk than that of a fund which is more geographically diversified.

Health Care Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the health care sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the health care sector are subject to certain risks, including restrictions on government reimbursement for medical expenses, government approval of medical products and services, competitive pricing pressures, and the rising cost of medical products and services (especially for companies dependent upon a relatively limited number of products or services). Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including, government regulation, obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so),

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product liability and other similar litigation as well as product obsolescence.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 13.4% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 45.6% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Technology and Technology-related Investment Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the information technology sector, as well as other technology-related sectors (collectively, the technology sectors) than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the technology sectors are subject to certain risks, including the risk that new services, equipment or technologies will not be accepted by consumers and businesses or will become rapidly obsolete. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so) and significant competitive pressures, including aggressive pricing of their products or services, new market entrants, competition for market share and short product cycles due to an accelerated rate of technological developments. Such competitive pressures may lead to limited earnings and/or falling profit margins. As a result, the value of their securities may fall or fail to rise. In addition, many technology sector companies have limited operating histories and prices of these companies' securities historically have been more volatile than other securities, especially over the short term.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring

adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further,

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although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico Global Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements) for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the Advisory Agreements with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Board took into account the information it received and reviewed concerning Columbia Management's ongoing oversight and monitoring of the subadvisers, observing the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other noted services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the Subadviser oversight structure and the Columbia Management team dedicated thereto as well as the contemplated enhancements to the team and its resources. The Board also noted the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written) and other considerations, including, in particular, the performance of the Fund (discussed below), as well as the Investment Manager's recommendation that the Board approve renewal of the Subadvisory Agreement with the Subadviser the Board concluded that the services being performed under the Subadvisory Agreement were acceptable for purposes of renewal for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments

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in its business and earn an appropriate profit. For purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GLOBAL FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico Global Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers and the planned enhancements for the Subadviser investment oversight, research and monitoring program, including a restructuring and bolstering of the subadvisory oversight and research team. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and

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its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreement.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund, recognizing that the Subadviser was being subject to heightened surveillance.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser and the enhancements being implemented to the program. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board's analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no

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higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by other comparable mutual funds employing the Subadviser to provide subadvisory services. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund's investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Marsico Global Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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SEMIANNUAL REPORT

August 31, 2015

COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

4

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

5

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

9

   

Statement of Operations

   

11

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

12

   

Financial Highlights

   

15

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

24

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
and Subadvisory Agreements
   

31

   
Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

34

   

Important Information About This Report

   

37

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Marsico Growth Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -4.68% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the S&P 500 Index, which returned -5.32% during the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

12/31/97

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-4.68

     

-0.54

     

15.29

     

6.33

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.18

     

-6.25

     

13.94

     

5.70

   

Class B

 

12/31/97

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.03

     

-1.31

     

14.43

     

5.54

   

Including sales charges

           

-9.23

     

-5.26

     

14.19

     

5.54

   

Class C

 

12/31/97

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.06

     

-1.31

     

14.43

     

5.54

   

Including sales charges

           

-5.90

     

-2.10

     

14.43

     

5.54

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-4.43

     

-0.09

     

15.84

     

6.58

   

Class R*

 

01/23/06

   

-4.78

     

-0.81

     

15.01

     

6.05

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-4.56

     

-0.32

     

15.46

     

6.40

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-4.46

     

-0.14

     

15.55

     

6.45

   

Class W*

 

09/27/10

   

-4.63

     

-0.50

     

15.33

     

6.34

   

Class Z

 

12/31/97

   

-4.52

     

-0.28

     

15.60

     

6.60

   

S&P 500 Index

           

-5.32

     

0.48

     

15.87

     

7.15

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one class of shares at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of 500 widely held, large-capitalization U.S. stocks and is frequently used as a general measure of market performance.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Facebook, Inc., Class A

   

6.5

   

Google, Inc., Class A

   

5.1

   

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

4.6

   

Visa, Inc., Class A

   

4.0

   

Nike, Inc., Class B

   

3.9

   

Starbucks Corp.

   

3.8

   

Allergan PLC

   

3.7

   

Apple, Inc.

   

3.6

   

UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

   

3.5

   

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The)

   

3.5

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

95.3

   

Money Market Funds

   

4.7

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

27.6

   

Consumer Staples

   

2.8

   

Financials

   

3.2

   

Health Care

   

26.1

   

Industrials

   

5.4

   

Information Technology

   

31.4

   

Materials

   

3.5

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Portfolio Management

Marsico Capital Management, LLC

Thomas Marsico

Coralie Witter, CFA

Effective October 6, 2015, Kevin Boone no longer serves as a Portfolio Manager of the Fund.

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

953.20

     

1,019.26

     

5.87

     

6.07

     

1.19

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.70

     

1,015.52

     

9.51

     

9.83

     

1.93

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.40

     

1,015.47

     

9.56

     

9.88

     

1.94

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

955.70

     

1,021.58

     

3.61

     

3.73

     

0.73

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

952.20

     

1,017.99

     

7.10

     

7.34

     

1.44

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.40

     

1,020.57

     

4.59

     

4.75

     

0.93

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

955.40

     

1,021.23

     

3.95

     

4.09

     

0.80

   

Class W

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

953.70

     

1,019.46

     

5.68

     

5.87

     

1.15

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.80

     

1,020.57

     

4.59

     

4.75

     

0.93

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 95.4%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 26.3%

 

Automobiles 1.4%

 

Tesla Motors, Inc.(a)

   

78,031

     

19,434,401

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 6.9%

 

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.(a)

   

39,407

     

27,979,364

   

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

   

201,112

     

17,730,034

   

Starbucks Corp.

   

911,444

     

49,865,101

   

Total

       

95,574,499

   

Internet & Catalog Retail 4.2%

 

Amazon.com, Inc.(a)

   

54,757

     

28,084,318

   

Priceline Group, Inc. (The)(a)

   

23,668

     

29,552,811

   

Total

       

57,637,129

   

Media 4.4%

 

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

599,097

     

61,036,003

   

Multiline Retail 3.2%

 

Dollar Tree, Inc.(a)

   

588,719

     

44,895,711

   

Specialty Retail 1.2%

 

Signet Jewelers Ltd.

   

115,344

     

15,917,472

   

Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 5.0%

 

lululemon athletica, Inc.(a)

   

295,057

     

18,886,598

   

Nike, Inc., Class B

   

454,789

     

50,822,671

   

Total

       

69,709,269

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

364,204,484

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 2.7%

 

Food & Staples Retailing 2.7%

 

CVS Health Corp.

   

364,248

     

37,298,995

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

37,298,995

   

FINANCIALS 3.0%

 

Capital Markets 3.0%

 

Charles Schwab Corp. (The)

   

1,368,823

     

41,584,843

   

Total Financials

       

41,584,843

   

HEALTH CARE 24.9%

 

Biotechnology 8.5%

 

Celgene Corp.(a)

   

315,198

     

37,218,580

   

Incyte Corp.(a)

   

154,304

     

17,928,582

   

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

38,391

     

19,713,778

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

334,198

     

42,616,929

   

Total

       

117,477,869

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Health Care Providers & Services 6.4%

 

HCA Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

489,123

     

42,367,834

   

UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

   

400,261

     

46,310,198

   

Total

       

88,678,032

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 3.3%

 

Illumina, Inc.(a)

   

230,122

     

45,474,408

   

Pharmaceuticals 6.7%

 

Allergan PLC(a)

   

162,352

     

49,312,797

   

Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

357,988

     

20,602,209

   

Zoetis, Inc.

   

490,679

     

22,016,767

   

Total

       

91,931,773

   

Total Health Care

       

343,562,082

   

INDUSTRIALS 5.2%

 

Aerospace & Defense 3.0%

 

Boeing Co. (The)

   

312,165

     

40,793,722

   

Airlines 2.2%

 

Delta Air Lines, Inc.

   

710,173

     

31,091,374

   

Total Industrials

       

71,885,096

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 30.0%

 

Communications Equipment 1.2%

 

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.(a)

   

102,803

     

16,882,309

   

Internet Software & Services 13.3%

 

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., ADR(a)

   

443,676

     

29,335,857

   

Facebook, Inc., Class A(a)

   

964,966

     

86,296,910

   

Google, Inc., Class A(a)

   

104,209

     

67,508,674

   

Total

       

183,141,441

   

IT Services 5.9%

 

FleetCor Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

199,622

     

29,775,618

   

Visa, Inc., Class A

   

731,814

     

52,178,338

   

Total

       

81,953,956

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 1.0%

 

NXP Semiconductors NV(a)

   

168,766

     

14,286,042

   

Software 5.2%

 

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

428,882

     

28,370,544

   

Salesforce.com, inc.(a)

   

620,831

     

43,060,838

   

Total

       

71,431,382

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 3.4%

 

Apple, Inc.

   

416,248

     

46,936,124

   

Total Information Technology

       

414,631,254

   

MATERIALS 3.3%

 

Chemicals 3.3%

 

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The)

   

178,100

     

45,559,761

   

Total Materials

       

45,559,761

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $1,128,526,248)
       

1,318,726,515

   

Money Market Funds 4.7%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

65,077,573

     

65,077,573

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $65,077,573)
       

65,077,573

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $1,193,603,821)
       

1,383,804,088

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

(1,800,220

)

 

Net Assets

       

1,382,003,868

   

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

20,601

     

495,702,515

     

(430,645,543

)

   

65,077,573

     

23,989

     

65,077,573

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

364,204,484

     

     

     

364,204,484

   

Consumer Staples

   

37,298,995

     

     

     

37,298,995

   

Financials

   

41,584,843

     

     

     

41,584,843

   

Health Care

   

343,562,082

     

     

     

343,562,082

   

Industrials

   

71,885,096

     

     

     

71,885,096

   

Information Technology

   

414,631,254

     

     

     

414,631,254

   

Materials

   

45,559,761

     

     

     

45,559,761

   

Total Common Stocks

   

1,318,726,515

     

     

     

1,318,726,515

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

65,077,573

     

     

65,077,573

   

Total Investments

   

1,318,726,515

     

65,077,573

     

     

1,383,804,088

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

20,601

     

20,601

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $1,128,526,248)

 

$

1,318,726,515

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $65,077,573)

   

65,077,573

   

Total investments (identified cost $1,193,603,821)

   

1,383,804,088

   

Receivable for:

 

Capital shares sold

   

454,701

   

Dividends

   

539,670

   

Prepaid expenses

   

8,304

   

Total assets

   

1,384,806,763

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Capital shares purchased

   

1,973,632

   

Investment management fees

   

83,675

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

30,135

   

Transfer agent fees

   

380,232

   

Compensation of board members

   

241,725

   

Other expenses

   

93,496

   

Total liabilities

   

2,802,895

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

1,382,003,868

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

914,327,879

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

   

(4,800,985

)

 

Accumulated net realized gain

   

282,276,707

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

190,200,267

   

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

1,382,003,868

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

373,051,476

   

Shares outstanding

   

17,610,149

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.18

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

22.47

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

2,413,863

   

Shares outstanding

   

135,326

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.84

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

253,620,937

   

Shares outstanding

   

14,181,898

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.88

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,136

   

Shares outstanding

   

97

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

21.94

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

21,242,632

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,027,010

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.68

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

22,994,123

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,032,402

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

22.27

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

10,599,540

   

Shares outstanding

   

475,551

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

22.29

   

Class W

 

Net assets

 

$

2,178

   

Shares outstanding

   

103

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

21.20

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

698,076,983

   

Shares outstanding

   

31,954,585

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.85

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

4,739,280

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

23,989

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(55,191

)

 

Total income

   

4,708,078

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

5,596,786

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

518,651

   

Class B

   

16,993

   

Class C

   

1,421,160

   

Class R

   

58,252

   

Class W

   

3

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

384,997

   

Class B

   

3,164

   

Class C

   

263,729

   

Class R

   

21,613

   

Class R4

   

24,470

   

Class R5

   

2,967

   

Class W

   

2

   

Class Z

   

739,585

   

Compensation of board members

   

23,948

   

Custodian fees

   

7,663

   

Printing and postage fees

   

89,719

   

Registration fees

   

60,420

   

Professional fees

   

20,389

   

Line of credit interest expense

   

1,757

   

Other

   

24,504

   

Total expenses

   

9,280,772

   

Expense reductions

   

(1,016

)

 

Total net expenses

   

9,279,756

   

Net investment loss

   

(4,571,678

)

 

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

282,699,125

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(1,334

)

 

Net realized gain

   

282,697,791

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(346,779,923

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

(186

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(346,780,109

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(64,082,318

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(68,653,996

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment loss

 

$

(4,571,678

)

 

$

(1,759,617

)

 

Net realized gain

   

282,697,791

     

311,831,507

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(346,780,109

)

   

(155,835,167

)

 

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(68,653,996

)

   

154,236,723

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(40,981,283

)

   

(59,446,481

)

 

Class B

   

(345,526

)

   

(856,422

)

 

Class C

   

(32,336,376

)

   

(39,610,075

)

 

Class I

   

(244

)

   

(318

)

 

Class R

   

(2,367,265

)

   

(2,833,023

)

 

Class R4

   

(2,472,274

)

   

(3,258,966

)

 

Class R5

   

(1,252,037

)

   

(531,605

)

 

Class W

   

(256

)

   

(327

)

 

Class Z

   

(76,671,182

)

   

(111,607,180

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(156,426,443

)

   

(218,144,397

)

 

Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(29,375,338

)

   

(425,886,658

)

 

Total decrease in net assets

   

(254,455,777

)

   

(489,794,332

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

1,636,459,645

     

2,126,253,977

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

1,382,003,868

   

$

1,636,459,645

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

 

$

(4,800,985

)

 

$

(229,307

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

1,333,078

     

30,818,161

     

2,745,485

     

68,040,942

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,389,975

     

31,288,346

     

1,922,587

     

46,709,309

   

Redemptions

   

(2,603,496

)

   

(61,034,091

)

   

(12,670,417

)

   

(321,341,633

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

119,557

     

1,072,416

     

(8,002,345

)

   

(206,591,382

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

8,134

     

155,163

     

19,730

     

418,438

   

Distributions reinvested

   

9,510

     

180,603

     

23,539

     

494,255

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(100,996

)

   

(2,081,344

)

   

(297,475

)

   

(6,394,233

)

 

Net decrease

   

(83,352

)

   

(1,745,578

)

   

(254,206

)

   

(5,481,540

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

879,972

     

16,922,609

     

1,286,356

     

27,259,461

   

Distributions reinvested

   

898,409

     

17,096,730

     

988,355

     

20,751,106

   

Redemptions

   

(1,496,218

)

   

(30,072,243

)

   

(2,384,191

)

   

(51,508,491

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

282,163

     

3,947,096

     

(109,480

)

   

(3,497,924

)

 

Class I shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(40

)

   

(1,000

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(40

)

   

(1,000

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

65,036

     

1,475,824

     

181,188

     

4,444,414

   

Distributions reinvested

   

99,529

     

2,188,649

     

111,209

     

2,643,325

   

Redemptions

   

(117,960

)

   

(2,687,819

)

   

(195,809

)

   

(4,768,450

)

 

Net increase

   

46,605

     

976,654

     

96,588

     

2,319,289

   

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

24,924

     

621,756

     

168,369

     

4,413,563

   

Distributions reinvested

   

104,423

     

2,470,645

     

128,632

     

3,255,753

   

Redemptions

   

(166,495

)

   

(4,105,953

)

   

(215,478

)

   

(5,586,759

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(37,148

)

   

(1,013,552

)

   

81,523

     

2,082,557

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

349,726

     

8,989,224

     

154,062

     

3,967,730

   

Distributions reinvested

   

52,885

     

1,251,793

     

21,004

     

531,288

   

Redemptions

   

(117,787

)

   

(2,775,414

)

   

(88,392

)

   

(2,261,019

)

 

Net increase

   

284,824

     

7,465,603

     

86,674

     

2,237,999

   

Class W shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(36

)

   

(900

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(36

)

   

(900

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity (continued)

 

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,465,738

     

35,153,586

     

11,602,560

     

302,594,839

   

Distributions reinvested

   

2,797,397

     

64,927,589

     

3,862,420

     

96,163,976

   

Redemptions

   

(5,775,032

)

   

(140,159,152

)

   

(23,689,528

)

   

(615,712,572

)

 

Net decrease

   

(1,511,897

)

   

(40,077,977

)

   

(8,224,548

)

   

(216,953,757

)

 

Total net decrease

   

(899,248

)

   

(29,375,338

)

   

(16,325,870

)

   

(425,886,658

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

24.68

   

$

25.65

   

$

23.69

   

$

22.25

   

$

21.19

   

$

16.75

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.05

)

   

0.05

     

0.02

     

(0.01

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.94

)

   

2.22

     

7.14

     

1.45

     

1.04

     

4.45

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.01

)

   

2.20

     

7.09

     

1.50

     

1.06

     

4.44

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.06

)

   

     

   

Net realized gains

   

(2.49

)

   

(3.17

)

   

(5.13

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.49

)

   

(3.17

)

   

(5.13

)

   

(0.06

)

   

     

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.18

   

$

24.68

   

$

25.65

   

$

23.69

   

$

22.25

   

$

21.19

   

Total return

   

(4.68

%)

   

9.11

%

   

32.56

%

   

6.78

%

   

5.00

%

   

26.51

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.19

%(c)(d)

   

1.17

%(c)

   

1.18

%(c)

   

1.36

%

   

1.33

%(c)

   

1.30

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.19

%(c)(d)(f)

   

1.17

%(c)(f)

   

1.18

%(c)(f)

   

1.26

%(f)

   

1.28

%(c)(f)

   

1.30

%(c)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.58

%)(d)

   

(0.10

%)

   

(0.20

%)

   

0.24

%

   

0.08

%

   

(0.05

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

373,051

   

$

431,633

   

$

653,959

   

$

593,794

   

$

728,788

   

$

1,021,724

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

   

65

%

   

67

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.22

   

$

22.50

   

$

21.33

   

$

20.13

   

$

19.31

   

$

15.38

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.21

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.78

)

   

1.92

     

6.35

     

1.30

     

0.95

     

4.06

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.92

)

   

1.74

     

6.14

     

1.20

     

0.82

     

3.93

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net realized gains

   

(2.46

)

   

(3.02

)

   

(4.97

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.46

)

   

(3.02

)

   

(4.97

)

   

     

     

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.84

   

$

21.22

   

$

22.50

   

$

21.33

   

$

20.13

   

$

19.31

   

Total return

   

(5.03

%)

   

8.26

%

   

31.58

%

   

5.96

%

   

4.25

%

   

25.55

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.93

%(c)(d)

   

1.92

%(c)

   

1.92

%(c)

   

2.10

%

   

2.09

%(c)

   

2.05

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.93

%(c)(d)(f)

   

1.92

%(c)(f)

   

1.92

%(c)(f)

   

2.01

%(f)

   

2.03

%(c)(f)

   

2.05

%(c)(f)

 

Net investment loss

   

(1.33

%)(d)

   

(0.85

%)

   

(0.93

%)

   

(0.52

%)

   

(0.68

%)

   

(0.78

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2,414

   

$

4,641

   

$

10,639

   

$

18,659

   

$

27,041

   

$

41,675

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

   

65

%

   

67

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.27

   

$

22.54

   

$

21.35

   

$

20.15

   

$

19.34

   

$

15.40

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.22

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.79

)

   

1.93

     

6.38

     

1.30

     

0.94

     

4.07

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.93

)

   

1.75

     

6.16

     

1.20

     

0.81

     

3.94

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net realized gains

   

(2.46

)

   

(3.02

)

   

(4.97

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.46

)

   

(3.02

)

   

(4.97

)

   

     

     

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.88

   

$

21.27

   

$

22.54

   

$

21.35

   

$

20.15

   

$

19.34

   

Total return

   

(5.06

%)

   

8.30

%

   

31.64

%

   

5.96

%

   

4.19

%

   

25.58

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.94

%(c)(d)

   

1.92

%(c)

   

1.93

%(c)

   

2.10

%

   

2.09

%(c)

   

2.05

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.94

%(c)(d)(f)

   

1.92

%(c)(f)

   

1.93

%(c)(f)

   

2.01

%(f)

   

2.03

%(c)(f)

   

2.05

%(c)(f)

 

Net investment loss

   

(1.33

%)(d)

   

(0.84

%)

   

(0.95

%)

   

(0.51

%)

   

(0.67

%)

   

(0.78

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

253,621

   

$

295,583

   

$

315,734

   

$

276,437

   

$

330,213

   

$

390,384

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

   

65

%

   

67

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

25.43

   

$

26.31

   

$

24.17

   

$

22.77

   

$

21.55

   

$

18.29

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.02

)

   

0.09

     

0.07

     

0.15

     

0.13

     

0.01

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.96

)

   

2.29

     

7.31

     

1.47

     

1.09

     

3.29

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.98

)

   

2.38

     

7.38

     

1.62

     

1.22

     

3.30

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.22

)

   

     

(0.04

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(2.51

)

   

(3.26

)

   

(5.23

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.51

)

   

(3.26

)

   

(5.24

)

   

(0.22

)

   

     

(0.04

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.94

   

$

25.43

   

$

26.31

   

$

24.17

   

$

22.77

   

$

21.55

   

Total return

   

(4.43

%)

   

9.60

%

   

33.18

%

   

7.20

%

   

5.66

%

   

18.05

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.73

%(c)(d)

   

0.73

%(c)

   

0.70

%(c)

   

0.87

%

   

0.89

%(c)

   

0.88

%(c)(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.73

%(c)(d)

   

0.73

%(c)

   

0.70

%(c)

   

0.87

%

   

0.88

%(c)(f)

   

0.88

%(c)(d)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.13

%)(d)

   

0.35

%

   

0.28

%

   

0.65

%

   

0.64

%

   

0.06

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

$

2

   

$

4

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

11,201

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

   

65

%

   

67

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

24.17

   

$

25.20

   

$

23.36

   

$

21.94

   

$

20.94

   

$

16.60

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.91

)

   

2.17

     

7.02

     

1.43

     

1.03

     

4.39

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.01

)

   

2.09

     

6.91

     

1.43

     

1.00

     

4.34

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

     

   

Net realized gains

   

(2.48

)

   

(3.12

)

   

(5.07

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.48

)

   

(3.12

)

   

(5.07

)

   

(0.01

)

   

     

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.68

   

$

24.17

   

$

25.20

   

$

23.36

   

$

21.94

   

$

20.94

   

Total return

   

(4.78

%)

   

8.81

%

   

32.24

%

   

6.50

%

   

4.78

%

   

26.14

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.44

%(c)(d)

   

1.42

%(c)

   

1.43

%(c)

   

1.61

%

   

1.58

%(c)

   

1.55

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.44

%(c)(d)(f)

   

1.42

%(c)(f)

   

1.43

%(c)(f)

   

1.51

%(f)

   

1.53

%(c)(f)

   

1.55

%(c)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.83

%)(d)

   

(0.34

%)

   

(0.45

%)

   

(0.00

%)(a)

   

(0.16

%)

   

(0.27

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

21,243

   

$

23,700

   

$

22,273

   

$

19,530

   

$

21,166

   

$

20,548

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

   

65

%

   

67

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

25.80

   

$

26.66

   

$

24.44

   

$

22.14

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.04

)

   

0.04

     

0.02

     

0.08

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.99

)

   

2.32

     

7.38

     

2.32

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.03

)

   

2.36

     

7.40

     

2.40

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

(0.00

)(b)

   

(0.10

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(2.50

)

   

(3.22

)

   

(5.18

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.50

)

   

(3.22

)

   

(5.18

)

   

(0.10

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

22.27

   

$

25.80

   

$

26.66

   

$

24.44

   

Total return

   

(4.56

%)

   

9.39

%

   

32.88

%

   

10.89

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.93

%(d)(e)

   

0.92

%(d)

   

0.93

%(d)

   

1.01

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.93

%(d)(e)(g)

   

0.92

%(d)(g)

   

0.93

%(d)(g)

   

1.00

%(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.33

%)(e)

   

0.16

%

   

0.07

%

   

1.11

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

22,994

   

$

27,591

   

$

26,343

   

$

66

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

25.80

   

$

26.66

   

$

24.43

   

$

22.14

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.02

)

   

0.08

     

0.05

     

0.09

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.98

)

   

2.31

     

7.40

     

2.32

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.00

)

   

2.39

     

7.45

     

2.41

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(2.51

)

   

(3.25

)

   

(5.21

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.51

)

   

(3.25

)

   

(5.22

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

22.29

   

$

25.80

   

$

26.66

   

$

24.43

   

Total return

   

(4.46

%)

   

9.51

%

   

33.12

%

   

10.92

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.80

%(c)(d)

   

0.78

%(c)

   

0.77

%(c)

   

0.89

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.80

%(c)(d)

   

0.78

%(c)

   

0.77

%(c)

   

0.89

%(d)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.18

%)(d)

   

0.31

%

   

0.18

%

   

1.22

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

10,600

   

$

4,922

   

$

2,774

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class W

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

24.69

   

$

25.66

   

$

23.69

   

$

22.26

   

$

21.20

   

$

17.98

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.04

)

   

0.06

     

0.02

     

0.01

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.93

)

   

2.22

     

7.14

     

1.44

     

1.04

     

3.21

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.00

)

   

2.21

     

7.10

     

1.50

     

1.06

     

3.22

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.07

)

   

     

   

Net realized gains

   

(2.49

)

   

(3.18

)

   

(5.13

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.49

)

   

(3.18

)

   

(5.13

)

   

(0.07

)

   

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.20

   

$

24.69

   

$

25.66

   

$

23.69

   

$

22.26

   

$

21.20

   

Total return

   

(4.63

%)

   

9.14

%

   

32.63

%

   

6.76

%

   

5.00

%

   

17.91

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.15

%(c)(d)

   

1.12

%(c)

   

1.15

%(c)

   

1.35

%

   

1.29

%(c)

   

1.28

%(c)(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.15

%(c)(d)(f)

   

1.12

%(c)(f)

   

1.15

%(c)(f)

   

1.26

%

   

1.26

%(c)(f)

   

1.28

%(c)(d)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.55

%)(d)

   

(0.04

%)

   

(0.17

%)

   

0.25

%

   

0.11

%

   

0.17

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

$

3

   

$

4

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

   

65

%

   

67

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

25.35

   

$

26.25

   

$

24.13

   

$

22.71

   

$

21.57

   

$

17.02

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.04

)

   

0.03

     

0.02

     

0.10

     

0.07

     

0.04

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.96

)

   

2.29

     

7.28

     

1.48

     

1.07

     

4.52

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.00

)

   

2.32

     

7.30

     

1.58

     

1.14

     

4.56

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

(0.01

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(2.50

)

   

(3.22

)

   

(5.18

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(2.50

)

   

(3.22

)

   

(5.18

)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

(0.01

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.85

   

$

25.35

   

$

26.25

   

$

24.13

   

$

22.71

   

$

21.57

   

Total return

   

(4.52

%)

   

9.39

%

   

32.89

%

   

7.02

%

   

5.29

%

   

26.81

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.93

%(c)(d)

   

0.92

%(c)

   

0.92

%(c)

   

1.10

%

   

1.08

%(c)

   

1.05

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.93

%(c)(d)(f)

   

0.92

%(c)(f)

   

0.92

%(c)(f)

   

1.02

%(f)

   

1.03

%(c)(f)

   

1.05

%(c)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.33

%)(d)

   

0.13

%

   

0.07

%

   

0.43

%

   

0.34

%

   

0.24

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

698,077

   

$

848,385

   

$

1,094,525

   

$

1,237,679

   

$

2,108,304

   

$

2,063,751

   

Portfolio turnover

   

45

%

   

69

%

   

97

%

   

90

%

   

65

%

   

67

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Marsico Growth Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This

information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and

unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate oversight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund's subadviser (see Subadvisory Agreement) has the primary responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.77% to 0.57% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.72% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $3,497,170, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $289,936.

Subadvisory Agreement

The Investment Manager has entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Marsico Capital Management, LLC (Marsico) to serve as the subadviser to the Fund. The Investment Manager compensates Marsico to manage the investment of the Fund's assets.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,707.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are

compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.19

%

 

Class B

   

0.19

   

Class C

   

0.19

   

Class R

   

0.19

   

Class R4

   

0.19

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class W

   

0.15

   

Class Z

   

0.19

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $1,016.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rates of 0.75%, 0.75%, 0.50% and 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C, Class R and Class W shares of the Fund, respectively.

Although the Fund may pay a distribution fee up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares and a service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W

shares, the aggregate fee shall not exceed 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $58,569 for Class A, $70 for Class B and $2,439 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.20

%

   

1.22

%

 

Class B

   

1.95

     

1.97

   

Class C

   

1.95

     

1.97

   

Class I

   

0.81

     

0.83

   

Class R

   

1.45

     

1.47

   

Class R4

   

0.95

     

0.97

   

Class R5

   

0.86

     

0.88

   

Class W

   

1.20

     

1.22

   

Class Z

   

0.95

     

0.97

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement

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arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $1,193,604,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

228,875,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(38,675,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

190,200,000

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $673,997,788 and $916,504,910, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or

emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the average daily loan balance outstanding on days when borrowing existed was $12,600,000 at a weighted average interest rate of 1.18%. Interest expense incurred by the Fund is recorded as a line of credit interest expense in the Statement of Operations.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Consumer Discretionary Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the consumer discretionary sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the consumer discretionary sector are subject to certain risks, including fluctuations in the performance of the overall domestic and international economy, interest rate changes, increased competition and consumer confidence. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including reduced disposable household income, reduced consumer spending, changing demographics and consumer tastes.

Health Care Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the health care sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the health care sector are subject to certain risks, including restrictions on government reimbursement for medical expenses, government approval of medical products and services, competitive pricing pressures, and the rising cost of medical products and services (especially for companies dependent upon a relatively limited number of products or services). Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including, government regulation, obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so), product liability and other similar litigation as well as product obsolescence.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Technology and Technology-related Investment Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the information technology sector, as well as other technology-related sectors (collectively, the technology sectors) than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the technology sectors are subject to certain risks, including the risk that new services, equipment or technologies will not be accepted by consumers and businesses or will become rapidly obsolete. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so) and significant competitive pressures, including aggressive pricing of their products or services, new market entrants, competition for market share and short product cycles due to an accelerated rate of technological developments. Such competitive pressures may lead to limited earnings and/or falling profit margins. As a result, the value of their securities may fall or fail to rise. In addition, many technology sector companies have limited operating histories and prices of these companies' securities historically have been more volatile than other securities, especially over the short term.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, three unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 53.6% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc.

(Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico Growth Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements) for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the Advisory Agreements with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Board took into account the information it received and reviewed concerning Columbia Management's ongoing oversight and monitoring of the subadvisers, observing the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other noted services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the Subadviser oversight structure and the Columbia Management team dedicated thereto as well as the contemplated enhancements to the team and its resources. The Board also noted the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS (continued)

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written) and other considerations, including, in particular, the performance of the Fund (discussed below), as well as the Investment Manager's recommendation that the Board approve renewal of the Subadvisory Agreement with the Subadviser the Board concluded that the services being performed under the Subadvisory Agreement were acceptable for purposes of renewal for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to theSubadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. For purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

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Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico Growth Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers and the planned enhancements for the Subadviser investment oversight, research and monitoring program, including a restructuring and bolstering of the subadvisory oversight and research team. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with

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affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreement.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund, recognizing that the Subadviser was being subject to heightened surveillance.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed the Fund's underperformance for certain periods, noting that appropriate steps (such as changes to the Subadviser oversight team and heightened surveillance) had been taken or are contemplated to help improve the Fund's performance.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser and the enhancements being implemented to the program. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board's analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS (continued)

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by other comparable mutual funds employing the Subadviser to provide subadvisory services. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund's investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.

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COLUMBIA MARSICO GROWTH FUND

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Marsico Growth Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

columbiathreadneedle.com/us

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August 31, 2015

COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

4

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

5

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

15

   

Statement of Operations

   

17

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

18

   

Financial Highlights

   

20

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

24

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

32

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

34

   

Important Information About This Report

   

37

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Mid Cap Index Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.42% for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the unmanaged S&P MidCap 400 Index, which returned -5.22% for the same period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

05/31/00

   

-5.42

     

-0.45

     

15.61

     

8.28

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-5.34

     

-0.16

     

15.93

     

8.57

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.32

     

-0.20

     

15.93

     

8.57

   

Class Z

 

03/31/00

   

-5.34

     

-0.21

     

15.90

     

8.55

   

S&P MidCap 400 Index

           

-5.22

     

0.01

     

16.14

     

8.69

   

All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The S&P MidCap 400 Index is a market-value weighted index that tracks the performance of 400 mid-cap U.S. companies.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

   

0.8

   

Jarden Corp.

   

0.7

   

Foot Locker, Inc.

   

0.7

   

Alaska Air Group, Inc.

   

0.6

   

Hologic, Inc.

   

0.6

   

Wabtec Corp.

   

0.6

   

HollyFrontier Corp.

   

0.6

   

LKQ Corp.

   

0.6

   

Extra Space Storage, Inc.

   

0.6

   

Federal Realty Investment Trust

   

0.6

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

97.6

   

Money Market Funds

   

2.4

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

13.8

   

Consumer Staples

   

4.5

   

Energy

   

3.7

   

Financials

   

25.5

   

Health Care

   

9.5

   

Industrials

   

15.3

   

Information Technology

   

15.9

   

Materials

   

6.9

   

Telecommunication Services

   

0.2

   

Utilities

   

4.7

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Portfolio Management

Christopher Lo, CFA

Vadim Shteyn

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.80

     

1,023.00

     

2.21

     

2.30

     

0.45

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

946.60

     

1,024.26

     

0.98

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

946.80

     

1,024.26

     

0.98

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

946.60

     

1,024.26

     

0.98

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 97.6%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 13.5%

 

Auto Components 0.5%

 

Dana Holding Corp.

   

387,610

     

6,798,679

   

Gentex Corp.

   

699,006

     

10,834,593

   

Total

       

17,633,272

   

Automobiles 0.2%

 

Thor Industries, Inc.

   

108,304

     

5,911,232

   

Distributors 0.6%

 

LKQ Corp.(a)

   

722,757

     

21,675,483

   

Diversified Consumer Services 0.9%

 

Apollo Education Group, Inc., Class A(a)

   

229,180

     

2,546,190

   

DeVry Education Group, Inc.

   

136,258

     

3,564,509

   

Graham Holdings Co., Class B

   

10,533

     

6,968,211

   

Service Corp. International

   

480,161

     

14,236,774

   

Sotheby's

   

146,942

     

5,173,828

   

Total

       

32,489,512

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 2.2%

 

Brinker International, Inc.

   

145,259

     

7,717,611

   

Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc.(a)

   

45,130

     

8,560,258

   

Cheesecake Factory, Inc. (The)

   

107,755

     

5,847,864

   

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.

   

56,920

     

8,206,726

   

Domino's Pizza, Inc.

   

131,140

     

13,892,971

   

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc.

   

228,660

     

11,469,586

   

International Speedway Corp., Class A

   

66,409

     

2,131,065

   

Jack in the Box, Inc.

   

89,170

     

6,971,311

   

Panera Bread Co., Class A(a)

   

60,271

     

10,746,319

   

Wendy's Co. (The)

   

549,268

     

5,003,831

   

Total

       

80,547,542

   

Household Durables 2.2%

 

Jarden Corp.(a)

   

460,041

     

23,618,505

   

KB Home

   

216,306

     

3,168,883

   

MDC Holdings, Inc.

   

92,858

     

2,645,524

   

NVR, Inc.(a)

   

9,176

     

13,947,061

   

Tempur Sealy International, Inc.(a)

   

144,994

     

10,587,462

   

Toll Brothers, Inc.(a)

   

380,766

     

14,076,919

   

TRI Pointe Group, Inc.(a)

   

350,200

     

4,860,776

   

Tupperware Brands Corp.

   

118,430

     

6,067,169

   

Total

       

78,972,299

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Internet & Catalog Retail 0.1%

 

HSN, Inc.

   

77,299

     

4,700,552

   

Leisure Products 1.0%

 

Brunswick Corp.

   

220,250

     

10,948,628

   

Polaris Industries, Inc.

   

145,274

     

18,866,734

   

Vista Outdoor, Inc.(a)

   

151,144

     

7,067,493

   

Total

       

36,882,855

   

Media 1.5%

 

AMC Networks, Inc., Class A(a)

   

140,834

     

10,193,565

   

Cable One, Inc.(a)

   

10,684

     

4,437,493

   

Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

   

249,663

     

8,875,520

   
DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.,
Class A(a)
   

173,360

     

3,456,798

   

John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Class A

   

110,214

     

5,682,634

   

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.(a)

   

346,710

     

8,536,000

   

Meredith Corp.

   

86,868

     

4,101,907

   

New York Times Co. (The), Class A

   

311,669

     

3,789,895

   

Time, Inc.

   

260,230

     

5,404,977

   

Total

       

54,478,789

   

Multiline Retail 0.3%

 

Big Lots, Inc.

   

128,140

     

6,149,439

   

JCPenney Co., Inc.(a)

   

725,700

     

6,611,127

   

Total

       

12,760,566

   

Specialty Retail 3.0%

 

Aaron's, Inc.

   

153,469

     

5,778,108

   

Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Class A

   

165,300

     

3,282,858

   

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

   

417,894

     

7,112,556

   

Ascena Retail Group, Inc.(a)

   

405,709

     

4,896,908

   

Cabela's, Inc.(a)

   

113,950

     

5,124,332

   

Chico's FAS, Inc.

   

340,618

     

5,078,614

   

CST Brands, Inc.

   

183,050

     

6,355,496

   

Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc.

   

230,790

     

11,569,503

   

Foot Locker, Inc.

   

332,287

     

23,522,597

   

Guess?, Inc.

   

152,708

     

3,376,374

   

Murphy USA, Inc.(a)

   

101,090

     

5,166,710

   

Office Depot, Inc.(a)

   

1,171,222

     

9,287,790

   

Rent-A-Center, Inc.

   

125,997

     

3,388,059

   

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

   

202,508

     

15,396,683

   

Total

       

109,336,588

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 1.0%

 

Carter's, Inc.

   

124,832

     

12,272,234

   

Deckers Outdoor Corp.(a)

   

79,112

     

5,094,022

   

Kate Spade & Co.(a)

   

303,310

     

5,750,758

   

Skechers U.S.A., Inc., Class A(a)

   

97,660

     

13,744,668

   

Total

       

36,861,682

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

492,250,372

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 4.4%

 

Beverages 0.1%

 

Boston Beer Co., Inc. (The), Class A(a)

   

21,670

     

4,443,867

   

Food & Staples Retailing 0.5%

 

Casey's General Stores, Inc.

   

92,020

     

9,741,237

   

SUPERVALU, Inc.(a)

   

491,391

     

4,049,062

   

United Natural Foods, Inc.(a)

   

118,981

     

5,728,935

   

Total

       

19,519,234

   

Food Products 2.4%

 

Dean Foods Co.

   

224,195

     

3,690,250

   

Flowers Foods, Inc.

   

439,251

     

10,195,016

   

Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (The)(a)

   

243,780

     

14,836,451

   

Ingredion, Inc.

   

170,006

     

14,678,318

   

Lancaster Colony Corp.

   

46,155

     

4,376,878

   

Post Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

144,181

     

9,412,136

   

Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc.

   

48,419

     

1,504,862

   

TreeHouse Foods, Inc.(a)

   

101,870

     

8,085,422

   

WhiteWave Foods Co. (The), Class A(a)

   

416,080

     

19,197,931

   

Total

       

85,977,264

   

Household Products 1.3%

 

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

   

310,961

     

26,829,715

   

Edgewell Personal Care Co.

   

147,763

     

13,012,010

   

Energizer Holdings, Inc.

   

149,873

     

6,258,696

   

Total

       

46,100,421

   

Personal Products 0.1%

 

Avon Products, Inc.

   

1,033,760

     

5,365,215

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

161,406,001

   

ENERGY 3.6%

 

Energy Equipment & Services 1.5%

 

Atwood Oceanics, Inc.

   

142,845

     

2,729,768

   

Dril-Quip, Inc.(a)

   

92,540

     

6,379,708

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc.(a)

   

234,038

     

1,626,564

   

Nabors Industries Ltd.

   

692,770

     

7,994,566

   

Noble Corp. PLC

   

573,880

     

7,471,918

   

Oceaneering International, Inc.

   

234,616

     

10,280,873

   

Oil States International, Inc.(a)

   

122,588

     

3,477,821

   

Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.

   

351,373

     

5,720,352

   

Rowan Companies PLC, Class A

   

296,440

     

5,327,027

   

Superior Energy Services, Inc.

   

357,479

     

5,687,491

   

Total

       

56,696,088

   

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 2.1%

 

California Resources Corp.

   

733,720

     

2,846,834

   

Denbury Resources, Inc.

   

847,330

     

3,677,412

   

Energen Corp.

   

187,195

     

9,734,140

   

Gulfport Energy Corp.(a)

   

253,420

     

9,080,038

   

HollyFrontier Corp.

   

465,680

     

21,821,765

   

QEP Resources, Inc.

   

386,170

     

5,421,827

   

SM Energy Co.

   

160,299

     

5,882,973

   

Western Refining, Inc.

   

167,940

     

7,224,779

   

World Fuel Services Corp.

   

171,520

     

6,629,248

   

WPX Energy, Inc.(a)

   

556,760

     

4,069,916

   

Total

       

76,388,932

   

Total Energy

       

133,085,020

   

FINANCIALS 24.9%

 

Banks 5.4%

 

Associated Banc-Corp.

   

362,389

     

6,653,462

   

BancorpSouth, Inc.

   

204,160

     

4,850,842

   

Bank of Hawaii Corp.

   

103,636

     

6,431,650

   

Bank of the Ozarks, Inc.

   

167,000

     

6,980,600

   

Cathay General Bancorp

   

176,585

     

5,232,213

   

City National Corp.

   

114,947

     

10,090,048

   

Commerce Bancshares, Inc.

   

198,486

     

8,894,158

   

Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc.

   

130,599

     

8,444,531

   

East West Bancorp, Inc.

   

343,957

     

13,899,302

   

First Horizon National Corp.

   

554,800

     

8,061,244

   

First Niagara Financial Group, Inc.

   

837,099

     

7,743,166

   

FirstMerit Corp.

   

393,916

     

7,074,731

   

Fulton Financial Corp.

   

419,815

     

5,104,950

   

Hancock Holding Co.

   

185,071

     

5,196,794

   

International Bancshares Corp.

   

137,292

     

3,521,540

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

PacWest Bancorp

   

232,590

     

9,917,637

   

Prosperity Bancshares, Inc.

   

143,125

     

7,395,269

   

Signature Bank(a)

   

120,781

     

16,123,056

   

SVB Financial Group(a)

   

121,747

     

15,228,115

   

Synovus Financial Corp.

   

316,495

     

9,630,943

   

TCF Financial Corp.

   

401,359

     

6,229,092

   

Trustmark Corp.

   

160,520

     

3,696,776

   

Umpqua Holdings Corp.

   

524,050

     

8,756,875

   

Valley National Bancorp

   

524,861

     

4,965,185

   

Webster Financial Corp.

   

215,695

     

7,631,289

   

Total

       

197,753,468

   

Capital Markets 2.0%

 

Eaton Vance Corp.

   

280,222

     

9,715,297

   

Federated Investors, Inc., Class B

   

227,030

     

7,037,930

   

Janus Capital Group, Inc.

   

351,550

     

5,231,064

   

Raymond James Financial, Inc.

   

304,176

     

16,118,286

   

SEI Investments Co.

   

307,905

     

15,573,835

   

Stifel Financial Corp.(a)

   

161,290

     

7,516,114

   

Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc., Class A

   

200,246

     

7,823,611

   

WisdomTree Investments, Inc.

   

266,990

     

5,006,062

   

Total

       

74,022,199

   

Consumer Finance 0.2%

 

SLM Corp.(a)

   

1,011,430

     

8,576,926

   

Diversified Financial Services 0.8%

 

CBOE Holdings, Inc.

   

198,328

     

12,546,229

   

MSCI, Inc.

   

267,127

     

16,166,526

   

Total

       

28,712,755

   

Insurance 5.7%

 

Alleghany Corp.(a)

   

38,158

     

17,926,247

   

American Financial Group, Inc.

   

175,457

     

12,117,060

   

Arthur J Gallagher & Co.

   

399,058

     

17,446,816

   

Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd.

   

146,404

     

6,721,408

   

Brown & Brown, Inc.

   

274,413

     

8,797,681

   

CNO Financial Group, Inc.

   

467,930

     

8,371,268

   

Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd.

   

143,530

     

9,150,037

   

Everest Re Group Ltd.

   

105,570

     

18,560,262

   

First American Financial Corp.

   

257,555

     

10,008,587

   

Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (The)

   

105,060

     

8,289,234

   

HCC Insurance Holdings, Inc.

   

227,388

     

17,570,271

   

Kemper Corp.

   

116,981

     

4,143,467

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Mercury General Corp.

   

86,491

     

4,398,932

   

Old Republic International Corp.

   

573,156

     

9,004,281

   

Primerica, Inc.

   

122,735

     

5,215,010

   

Reinsurance Group of America, Inc.

   

157,279

     

14,293,516

   

RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd.

   

109,420

     

11,155,369

   

StanCorp Financial Group, Inc.

   

100,288

     

11,403,748

   

WR Berkley Corp.

   

237,293

     

12,880,264

   

Total

       

207,453,458

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 9.6%

 

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.

   

171,171

     

14,718,994

   

American Campus Communities, Inc.

   

266,853

     

9,139,715

   

BioMed Realty Trust, Inc.

   

483,585

     

8,946,323

   

Camden Property Trust

   

206,347

     

14,863,174

   

Care Capital Properties, Inc.(a)

   

197,590

     

6,281,386

   

Communications Sales & Leasing, Inc.(a)

   

284,794

     

5,724,359

   

Corporate Office Properties Trust

   

224,621

     

4,723,780

   

Corrections Corp. of America

   

278,045

     

8,168,962

   

Douglas Emmett, Inc.

   

325,780

     

9,001,301

   

Duke Realty Corp.

   

819,839

     

14,806,292

   

Equity One, Inc.

   

190,705

     

4,483,475

   

Extra Space Storage, Inc.

   

292,635

     

21,502,820

   

Federal Realty Investment Trust

   

163,193

     

21,064,953

   

Highwoods Properties, Inc.

   

223,464

     

8,478,224

   

Home Properties, Inc.

   

137,607

     

10,211,816

   

Hospitality Properties Trust

   

356,313

     

9,164,370

   

Kilroy Realty Corp.

   

209,215

     

13,569,685

   

Lamar Advertising Co. Class A

   

192,239

     

10,254,028

   

LaSalle Hotel Properties

   

268,400

     

8,443,864

   

Liberty Property Trust

   

355,151

     

10,917,342

   

Mack-Cali Realty Corp.

   

199,068

     

3,728,544

   

Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc.

   

179,030

     

14,069,968

   

National Retail Properties, Inc.

   

318,408

     

11,064,678

   

Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc.

   

382,060

     

12,905,987

   

Potlatch Corp.

   

96,647

     

3,191,284

   

Rayonier, Inc.

   

301,715

     

6,939,445

   

Regency Centers Corp.

   

224,118

     

13,292,439

   

Senior Housing Properties Trust

   

558,395

     

8,766,802

   

Sovran Self Storage, Inc.

   

85,130

     

7,638,715

   

Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc.

   

227,710

     

7,204,744

   

Taubman Centers, Inc.

   

146,859

     

10,131,802

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

UDR, Inc.

   

615,357

     

19,876,031

   

Urban Edge Properties

   

219,340

     

4,586,399

   

Weingarten Realty Investors

   

270,847

     

8,569,599

   

WP Glimcher, Inc.

   

440,020

     

5,328,642

   

Total

       

351,759,942

   

Real Estate Management & Development 0.5%

 

Alexander & Baldwin, Inc.

   

107,946

     

3,651,813

   

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.

   

106,588

     

15,867,756

   

Total

       

19,519,569

   

Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 0.7%

 

New York Community Bancorp, Inc.

   

1,055,604

     

18,641,967

   

Washington Federal, Inc.

   

225,319

     

5,112,488

   

Total

       

23,754,455

   

Total Financials

       

911,552,772

   

HEALTH CARE 9.3%

 

Biotechnology 0.5%

 

United Therapeutics Corp.(a)

   

109,818

     

16,540,787

   

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 4.0%

 

Align Technology, Inc.(a)

   

172,680

     

9,773,688

   

Cooper Companies, Inc. (The)

   

115,452

     

18,751,714

   

Halyard Health, Inc.(a)

   

110,570

     

3,476,321

   

Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc.

   

134,624

     

7,113,532

   

Hologic, Inc.(a)

   

580,806

     

22,541,081

   

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.(a)

   

222,372

     

15,892,927

   

ResMed, Inc.

   

334,837

     

17,391,434

   

Sirona Dental Systems, Inc.(a)

   

132,000

     

12,590,160

   

STERIS Corp.

   

141,908

     

9,089,207

   

Teleflex, Inc.

   

98,677

     

12,906,951

   

Thoratec Corp.(a)

   

128,780

     

8,089,960

   

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.

   

171,630

     

9,585,535

   

Total

       

147,202,510

   

Health Care Providers & Services 2.8%

 

Centene Corp.(a)

   

282,540

     

17,438,369

   

Community Health Systems, Inc.(a)

   

280,448

     

15,060,057

   

Health Net, Inc.(a)

   

183,284

     

11,741,173

   

LifePoint Health, Inc.(a)

   

105,277

     

8,225,292

   

Mednax, Inc.(a)

   

222,222

     

17,899,982

   

Molina Healthcare, Inc.(a)

   

95,630

     

7,133,042

   

Owens & Minor, Inc.

   

150,010

     

5,098,840

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

VCA, Inc.(a)

   

195,222

     

10,811,394

   

WellCare Health Plans, Inc.(a)

   

104,646

     

9,488,253

   

Total

       

102,896,402

   

Health Care Technology 0.2%

 

Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc.(a)

   

403,983

     

5,562,846

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 1.4%

 

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., Class A(a)

   

49,151

     

6,848,209

   

Bio-Techne Corp.

   

88,271

     

8,339,844

   
Charles River Laboratories
International, Inc.(a)
   

112,528

     

7,752,054

   

Mettler-Toledo International, Inc.(a)

   

66,451

     

19,706,044

   

PAREXEL International Corp.(a)

   

131,580

     

8,647,438

   

Total

       

51,293,589

   

Pharmaceuticals 0.4%

 

Akorn, Inc.(a)

   

187,610

     

7,465,002

   

Catalent, Inc.(a)

   

232,690

     

7,397,215

   

Total

       

14,862,217

   

Total Health Care

       

338,358,351

   

INDUSTRIALS 14.9%

 

Aerospace & Defense 1.7%

 

B/E Aerospace, Inc.

   

252,244

     

12,296,895

   

Esterline Technologies Corp.(a)

   

73,203

     

5,981,417

   

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

   

115,559

     

13,009,632

   

KLX, Inc.(a)

   

125,332

     

4,900,481

   

Orbital ATK, Inc.

   

141,207

     

10,690,782

   

Teledyne Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

83,960

     

8,220,524

   

Triumph Group, Inc.

   

117,072

     

5,782,186

   

Total

       

60,881,917

   

Airlines 1.0%

 

Alaska Air Group, Inc.

   

308,016

     

23,058,078

   

JetBlue Airways Corp.(a)

   

625,226

     

13,955,044

   

Total

       

37,013,122

   

Building Products 1.1%

 

AO Smith Corp.

   

178,030

     

11,484,715

   

Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc.

   

378,791

     

18,125,149

   

Lennox International, Inc.

   

98,362

     

11,610,651

   

Total

       

41,220,515

   

Commercial Services & Supplies 1.7%

 

Clean Harbors, Inc.(a)

   

126,850

     

6,230,872

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Copart, Inc.(a)

   

270,554

     

9,474,801

   

Deluxe Corp.

   

118,632

     

6,881,843

   

Herman Miller, Inc.

   

141,739

     

3,842,544

   

HNI Corp.

   

105,695

     

4,940,184

   

MSA Safety, Inc.

   

74,806

     

3,402,177

   

Rollins, Inc.

   

228,589

     

6,382,205

   

RR Donnelley & Sons Co.

   

495,638

     

7,781,517

   

Waste Connections, Inc.

   

294,304

     

13,997,098

   

Total

       

62,933,241

   

Construction & Engineering 0.5%

 

AECOM(a)

   

357,295

     

9,825,612

   

Granite Construction, Inc.

   

86,392

     

2,980,524

   

KBR, Inc.

   

342,747

     

5,977,508

   

Total

       

18,783,644

   

Electrical Equipment 1.1%

 

Acuity Brands, Inc.

   

103,192

     

20,109,025

   

Hubbell, Inc., Class B

   

126,465

     

12,478,302

   

Regal Beloit Corp.

   

106,464

     

7,097,955

   

Total

       

39,685,282

   

Industrial Conglomerates 0.4%

 

Carlisle Companies, Inc.

   

155,224

     

15,631,057

   

Machinery 4.3%

 

AGCO Corp.

   

190,381

     

9,336,284

   

CLARCOR, Inc.

   

119,178

     

6,718,064

   

Crane Co.

   

115,755

     

6,081,768

   

Donaldson Co., Inc.

   

300,415

     

9,405,994

   

Graco, Inc.

   

139,422

     

9,618,724

   

IDEX Corp.

   

185,193

     

13,302,413

   

ITT Corp.

   

211,942

     

7,928,750

   

Kennametal, Inc.

   

188,356

     

5,744,858

   

Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc.

   

179,595

     

10,533,247

   

Nordson Corp.

   

134,426

     

8,942,017

   

Oshkosh Corp.

   

185,830

     

7,814,151

   

SPX Corp.

   

97,473

     

5,724,589

   

Terex Corp.

   

249,715

     

5,825,851

   

Timken Co. (The)

   

172,425

     

5,474,494

   

Trinity Industries, Inc.

   

368,146

     

9,936,260

   

Valmont Industries, Inc.

   

55,971

     

5,949,158

   

Wabtec Corp.

   

229,560

     

21,982,666

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Woodward, Inc.

   

138,127

     

6,298,591

   

Total

       

156,617,879

   

Marine 0.3%

 

Kirby Corp.(a)

   

132,558

     

9,349,316

   

Professional Services 1.2%

 

CEB, Inc.

   

79,498

     

5,693,647

   

FTI Consulting, Inc.(a)

   

98,833

     

3,939,484

   

ManpowerGroup, Inc.

   

185,857

     

16,150,973

   

Towers Watson & Co.

   

164,710

     

19,556,018

   

Total

       

45,340,122

   

Road & Rail 0.9%

 

Con-way, Inc.

   

136,933

     

4,820,042

   

Genesee & Wyoming, Inc., Class A(a)

   

121,934

     

8,337,847

   

Landstar System, Inc.

   

105,518

     

6,985,291

   

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.(a)

   

160,990

     

10,704,225

   

Werner Enterprises, Inc.

   

105,894

     

2,805,132

   

Total

       

33,652,537

   

Trading Companies & Distributors 0.7%

 

GATX Corp.

   

104,308

     

5,170,547

   

MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., Class A

   

120,200

     

8,136,338

   

NOW, Inc.(a)

   

254,660

     

4,344,500

   

Watsco, Inc.

   

65,243

     

7,989,658

   

Total

       

25,641,043

   

Total Industrials

       

546,749,675

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 15.5%

 

Communications Equipment 1.0%

 

Arris Group, Inc.(a)

   

315,230

     

8,328,377

   

Ciena Corp.(a)

   

283,702

     

6,343,577

   

InterDigital, Inc.

   

85,694

     

4,239,282

   

Netscout Systems, Inc.(a)

   

222,910

     

8,147,361

   

Plantronics, Inc.

   

83,889

     

4,459,539

   

Polycom, Inc.(a)

   

320,890

     

3,452,776

   

Total

       

34,970,912

   

Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 3.5%

 

Arrow Electronics, Inc.(a)

   

227,346

     

12,713,188

   

Avnet, Inc.

   

322,720

     

13,683,328

   

Belden, Inc.

   

101,330

     

5,106,019

   

Cognex Corp.

   

207,020

     

7,361,631

   

FEI Co.

   

98,740

     

7,452,895

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Ingram Micro, Inc., Class A

   

371,266

     

10,046,458

   

IPG Photonics Corp.(a)

   

85,030

     

7,178,233

   

Jabil Circuit, Inc.

   

460,380

     

8,908,353

   

Keysight Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

402,350

     

12,891,294

   

Knowles Corp.(a)

   

209,610

     

3,412,451

   

National Instruments Corp.

   

240,546

     

7,026,349

   

Tech Data Corp.(a)

   

87,304

     

5,695,713

   

Trimble Navigation Ltd.(a)

   

616,478

     

11,651,434

   

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.

   

322,578

     

3,187,071

   

Zebra Technologies Corp., Class A(a)

   

122,895

     

10,185,537

   

Total

       

126,499,954

   

Internet Software & Services 0.2%

 

Rackspace Hosting, Inc.(a)

   

281,646

     

8,564,855

   

IT Services 3.5%

 

Acxiom Corp.(a)

   

185,743

     

3,893,173

   

Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc.

   

284,822

     

15,035,753

   

Convergys Corp.

   

234,824

     

5,307,022

   

CoreLogic, Inc.(a)

   

214,347

     

8,134,469

   

DST Systems, Inc.

   

67,137

     

6,876,172

   

Gartner, Inc.(a)

   

197,267

     

16,868,301

   

Global Payments, Inc.

   

157,907

     

17,589,261

   

Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.

   

194,298

     

13,204,492

   

Leidos Holdings, Inc.

   

148,472

     

6,247,702

   

MAXIMUS, Inc.

   

156,560

     

9,479,708

   

NeuStar, Inc., Class A(a)

   

131,555

     

3,676,962

   

Science Applications International Corp.

   

94,054

     

4,587,014

   

VeriFone Systems, Inc.(a)

   

271,566

     

8,483,722

   

WEX, Inc.(a)

   

91,827

     

8,680,406

   

Total

       

128,064,157

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 1.8%

 

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.(a)

   

1,497,430

     

2,710,348

   

Atmel Corp.

   

991,694

     

8,102,140

   

Cree, Inc.(a)

   

259,258

     

7,057,003

   

Cypress Semiconductor Corp.

   

788,622

     

7,886,220

   
Fairchild Semiconductor
International, Inc.(a)
   

276,643

     

3,762,345

   

Integrated Device Technology, Inc.(a)

   

352,491

     

6,693,804

   

Intersil Corp., Class A

   

313,226

     

3,301,402

   

Silicon Laboratories, Inc.(a)

   

94,382

     

4,103,729

   

SunEdison, Inc.(a)

   

692,641

     

7,203,466

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Synaptics, Inc.(a)

   

87,430

     

6,127,969

   

Teradyne, Inc.

   

509,750

     

9,195,890

   

Total

       

66,144,316

   

Software 4.9%

 

ACI Worldwide, Inc.(a)

   

277,398

     

5,916,899

   

ANSYS, Inc.(a)

   

213,303

     

18,898,646

   

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.(a)

   

695,393

     

13,921,768

   

CDK Global, Inc.

   

380,910

     

18,870,281

   

CommVault Systems, Inc.(a)

   

101,025

     

3,620,736

   

Factset Research Systems, Inc.

   

92,294

     

14,575,069

   

Fair Isaac Corp.

   

73,782

     

6,313,526

   

Fortinet, Inc.(a)

   

338,420

     

14,261,019

   

Manhattan Associates, Inc.(a)

   

175,310

     

10,252,129

   

Mentor Graphics Corp.

   

234,787

     

6,066,896

   

PTC, Inc.(a)

   

273,220

     

9,049,046

   

Rovi Corp.(a)

   

210,077

     

2,325,552

   

SolarWinds, Inc.(a)

   

157,903

     

6,276,644

   

Solera Holdings, Inc.

   

159,480

     

7,682,152

   

Synopsys, Inc.(a)

   

368,486

     

17,293,048

   

Tyler Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

80,010

     

11,044,580

   

Ultimate Software Group, Inc. (The)(a)

   

67,910

     

11,965,063

   

Total

       

178,333,054

   

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 0.6%

 

3D Systems Corp.(a)

   

249,690

     

3,428,244

   

Diebold, Inc.

   

154,072

     

4,794,720

   

Lexmark International, Inc., Class A

   

145,640

     

4,366,287

   

NCR Corp.(a)

   

402,730

     

10,104,496

   

Total

       

22,693,747

   

Total Information Technology

       

565,270,995

   

MATERIALS 6.7%

 

Chemicals 3.1%

 

Albemarle Corp.

   

266,559

     

12,051,132

   

Ashland, Inc.

   

147,720

     

15,506,169

   

Cabot Corp.

   

150,799

     

5,107,562

   

Chemours Co. LLC (The)

   

430,170

     

4,159,744

   

Cytec Industries, Inc.

   

169,642

     

12,587,436

   

Minerals Technologies, Inc.

   

82,525

     

4,439,020

   

NewMarket Corp.

   

25,133

     

9,631,971

   

Olin Corp.

   

184,173

     

3,676,093

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

PolyOne Corp.

   

211,920

     

6,881,042

   

RPM International, Inc.

   

316,541

     

13,880,323

   

Scotts Miracle-Gro Co., Class A

   

106,247

     

6,607,501

   

Sensient Technologies Corp.

   

111,040

     

7,234,256

   

Valspar Corp. (The)

   

177,604

     

13,018,373

   

Total

       

114,780,622

   

Construction Materials 0.3%

 

Eagle Materials, Inc.

   

119,350

     

9,766,410

   

Containers & Packaging 1.4%

 

AptarGroup, Inc.

   

148,742

     

10,019,261

   

Bemis Co., Inc.

   

231,520

     

9,821,078

   

Greif, Inc., Class A

   

80,673

     

2,362,106

   

Packaging Corp. of America

   

235,389

     

15,796,956

   

Silgan Holdings, Inc.

   

99,215

     

5,194,897

   

Sonoco Products Co.

   

239,736

     

9,426,420

   

Total

       

52,620,718

   

Metals & Mining 1.6%

 

Allegheny Technologies, Inc.

   

259,500

     

5,010,945

   

Carpenter Technology Corp.

   

119,762

     

4,670,718

   

Commercial Metals Co.

   

274,972

     

4,317,060

   

Compass Minerals International, Inc.

   

79,984

     

6,478,704

   

Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co.

   

176,511

     

10,258,819

   

Royal Gold, Inc.

   

154,895

     

7,453,548

   

Steel Dynamics, Inc.

   

574,529

     

11,191,825

   

United States Steel Corp.

   

346,130

     

5,669,609

   

Worthington Industries, Inc.

   

114,930

     

2,941,059

   

Total

       

57,992,287

   

Paper & Forest Products 0.3%

 

Domtar Corp.

   

152,086

     

6,115,378

   

Louisiana-Pacific Corp.(a)

   

338,467

     

5,564,398

   

Total

       

11,679,776

   

Total Materials

       

246,839,813

   

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 0.2%

 

Wireless Telecommunication Services 0.2%

 

Telephone & Data Systems, Inc.

   

233,605

     

6,643,726

   

Total Telecommunication Services

       

6,643,726

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

UTILITIES 4.6%

 

Electric Utilities 1.7%

 

Cleco Corp.

   

143,699

     

7,699,392

   

Great Plains Energy, Inc.

   

367,156

     

9,149,528

   

Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc.

   

255,226

     

7,215,239

   

IDACORP, Inc.

   

119,629

     

7,102,374

   

OGE Energy Corp.

   

474,188

     

13,296,231

   

PNM Resources, Inc.

   

189,260

     

4,846,949

   

Westar Energy, Inc.

   

335,351

     

12,257,079

   

Total

       

61,566,792

   

Gas Utilities 1.6%

 

Atmos Energy Corp.

   

240,027

     

13,151,079

   

National Fuel Gas Co.

   

200,585

     

10,823,567

   

ONE Gas, Inc.

   

124,960

     

5,369,531

   

Questar Corp.

   

417,492

     

8,061,771

   

UGI Corp.

   

409,861

     

13,968,063

   

WGL Holdings, Inc.

   

118,155

     

6,404,001

   

Total

       

57,778,012

   

Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers 0.1%

 

Talen Energy Corp.(a)

   

198,090

     

2,822,782

   

Multi-Utilities 0.9%

 

Alliant Energy Corp.

   

268,438

     

15,212,381

   

Black Hills Corp.

   

106,502

     

4,236,650

   

MDU Resources Group, Inc.

   

462,776

     

8,288,318

   

Vectren Corp.

   

196,330

     

7,898,356

   

Total

       

35,635,705

   

Water Utilities 0.3%

 

Aqua America, Inc.

   

420,718

     

10,669,408

   

Total Utilities

       

168,472,699

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $2,540,791,357)
       

3,570,629,424

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Money Market Funds 2.5%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

89,611,043

     

89,611,043

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $89,611,043)
       

89,611,043

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $2,630,402,400)
       

3,660,240,467

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

(3,412,297

)

 

Net Assets

       

3,656,828,170

   

 

At August 31, 2015, cash totaling $4,636,400 was pledged as collateral.

Investments in Derivatives

Futures Contracts Outstanding at August 31, 2015

Long Futures Contracts Outstanding

Contract Description

  Number of
Contracts
  Trading
Currency
  Notional
Market
Value ($)
  Expiration
Date
  Unrealized
Appreciation ($)
  Unrealized
Depreciation ($)
 

S&P MID 400 EMINI

 

612

  USD86,567,400  

09/2015

 

  (3,953,637)  

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term
Cash Fund
   

152,697,480

     

384,957,574

     

(448,044,011

)

   

89,611,043

     

65,895

     

89,611,043

   

Currency Legend

USD  US Dollar

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

492,250,372

     

     

     

492,250,372

   

Consumer Staples

   

161,406,001

     

     

     

161,406,001

   

Energy

   

133,085,020

     

     

     

133,085,020

   

Financials

   

911,552,772

     

     

     

911,552,772

   

Health Care

   

338,358,351

     

     

     

338,358,351

   

Industrials

   

546,749,675

     

     

     

546,749,675

   

Information Technology

   

565,270,995

     

     

     

565,270,995

   

Materials

   

246,839,813

     

     

     

246,839,813

   

Telecommunication Services

   

6,643,726

     

     

     

6,643,726

   

Utilities

   

168,472,699

     

     

     

168,472,699

   

Total Common Stocks

   

3,570,629,424

     

     

     

3,570,629,424

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

89,611,043

     

     

89,611,043

   

Total Investments

   

3,570,629,424

     

89,611,043

     

     

3,660,240,467

   

Derivatives

 

Liabilities

 

Futures Contracts

   

(3,953,637

)

   

     

     

(3,953,637

)

 

Total

   

3,566,675,787

     

89,611,043

     

     

3,656,286,830

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicaly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

152,697,480

     

152,697,480

           

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $2,540,791,357)

 

$

3,570,629,424

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $89,611,043)

   

89,611,043

   

Total investments (identified cost $2,630,402,400)

   

3,660,240,467

   

Margin deposits

   

4,636,400

   

Receivable for:

 

Capital shares sold

   

3,843,256

   

Dividends

   

4,575,233

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

59,530

   

Prepaid expenses

   

17,588

   

Total assets

   

3,673,372,474

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Capital shares purchased

   

14,206,222

   

Variation margin

   

1,045,306

   

Investment management fees

   

60,696

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

22,292

   

Transfer agent fees

   

939,411

   

Compensation of board members

   

163,519

   

Other expenses

   

106,858

   

Total liabilities

   

16,544,304

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,656,828,170

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

2,400,810,212

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

24,586,315

   

Accumulated net realized gain

   

205,547,213

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

1,029,838,067

   

Futures contracts

   

(3,953,637

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,656,828,170

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

1,078,059,709

   

Shares outstanding

   

71,902,650

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.99

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,518

   

Shares outstanding

   

168

   

Net asset value per share(a)

 

$

14.95

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

527,104,539

   

Shares outstanding

   

34,704,407

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.19

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

2,051,661,404

   

Shares outstanding

   

137,220,443

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.95

   

(a) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

30,219,141

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

65,895

   

Total income

   

30,285,036

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

4,015,306

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

1,403,647

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

1,134,503

   

Class R5

   

151,128

   

Class Z

   

2,310,199

   

Compensation of board members

   

34,371

   

Custodian fees

   

16,731

   

Printing and postage fees

   

108,046

   

Registration fees

   

39,815

   

Licensing fees

   

19,555

   

Professional fees

   

26,962

   

Other

   

25,225

   

Total expenses

   

9,285,488

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(3,881,300

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(40

)

 

Total net expenses

   

5,404,148

   

Net investment income

   

24,880,888

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

220,038,905

   

Futures contracts

   

11,015,319

   

Net realized gain

   

231,054,224

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(449,073,821

)

 

Futures contracts

   

(12,980,742

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(462,054,563

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(231,000,339

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(206,119,451

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

24,880,888

   

$

43,285,418

   

Net realized gain

   

231,054,224

     

218,031,306

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

   

(462,054,563

)

   

134,915,978

   

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(206,119,451

)

   

396,232,702

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(1,266,283

)

   

(9,156,888

)

 

Class I

   

(4

)

   

(32

)

 

Class R5

   

(891,529

)

   

(6,127,850

)

 

Class Z

   

(3,429,654

)

   

(25,711,214

)

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(19,486,018

)

   

(50,942,346

)

 

Class I

   

(47

)

   

(134

)

 

Class R5

   

(10,190,456

)

   

(26,657,902

)

 

Class Z

   

(39,202,028

)

   

(113,684,264

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(74,466,019

)

   

(232,280,630

)

 

Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(48,384,229

)

   

50,278,566

   

Total increase (decrease) in net assets

   

(328,969,699

)

   

214,230,638

   

Net assets at beginning of period

   

3,985,797,869

     

3,771,567,231

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

3,656,828,170

   

$

3,985,797,869

   

Undistributed net investment income

 

$

24,586,315

   

$

5,292,897

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions

   

14,468,700

     

232,955,498

     

26,601,530

     

414,514,294

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,129,999

     

18,464,180

     

3,521,634

     

54,632,712

   

Redemptions

   

(9,819,419

)

   

(157,458,365

)

   

(26,683,853

)

   

(414,105,072

)

 

Net increase

   

5,779,280

     

93,961,313

     

3,439,311

     

55,041,934

   

Class I shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(77

)

   

(1,200

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(77

)

   

(1,200

)

 

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

5,321,927

     

86,826,852

     

15,239,143

     

238,997,893

   

Distributions reinvested

   

646,171

     

10,694,131

     

2,021,342

     

31,714,967

   

Redemptions

   

(9,151,990

)

   

(149,490,144

)

   

(11,613,335

)

   

(183,705,443

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(3,183,892

)

   

(51,969,161

)

   

5,647,150

     

87,007,417

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

11,830,029

     

189,788,781

     

26,769,888

     

415,239,640

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,691,903

     

27,561,106

     

5,677,573

     

87,759,915

   

Redemptions

   

(19,238,068

)

   

(307,726,268

)

   

(38,271,520

)

   

(594,769,140

)

 

Net decrease

   

(5,716,136

)

   

(90,376,381

)

   

(5,824,059

)

   

(91,769,585

)

 

Total net increase (decrease)

   

(3,120,748

)

   

(48,384,229

)

   

3,262,325

     

50,278,566

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.14

   

$

15.49

   

$

12.82

   

$

11.92

   

$

12.33

   

$

9.44

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.09

     

0.15

     

0.14

     

0.14

     

0.10

     

0.09

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.94

)

   

1.44

     

3.14

     

1.45

     

0.10

     

2.94

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.85

)

   

1.59

     

3.28

     

1.59

     

0.20

     

3.03

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.09

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.54

)

   

(0.52

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.94

)

   

(0.61

)

   

(0.69

)

   

(0.61

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.99

   

$

16.14

   

$

15.49

   

$

12.82

   

$

11.92

   

$

12.33

   

Total return

   

(5.42

%)

   

10.58

%

   

26.04

%

   

14.03

%

   

2.12

%

   

32.16

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.67

%(b)

   

0.66

%

   

0.66

%

   

0.66

%

   

0.66

%

   

0.50

%

 

Total net expenses(c)

   

0.45

%(b)(d)

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.45

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

1.07

%(b)

   

0.96

%

   

0.95

%

   

1.18

%

   

0.83

%

   

0.83

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,078,060

   

$

1,067,529

   

$

970,805

   

$

592,450

   

$

470,550

   

$

339,724

   

Portfolio turnover

   

13

%

   

13

%

   

14

%

   

20

%

   

15

%

   

10

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(d)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.09

   

$

15.43

   

$

12.77

   

$

11.88

   

$

12.29

   

$

10.19

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.19

     

0.17

     

0.17

     

0.12

     

0.04

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.94

)

   

1.45

     

3.14

     

1.44

     

0.11

     

2.22

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.83

)

   

1.64

     

3.31

     

1.61

     

0.23

     

2.26

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.11

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.54

)

   

(0.52

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.31

)

   

(0.98

)

   

(0.65

)

   

(0.72

)

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.16

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.95

   

$

16.09

   

$

15.43

   

$

12.77

   

$

11.88

   

$

12.29

   

Total return

   

(5.34

%)

   

11.00

%

   

26.36

%

   

14.34

%

   

2.40

%

   

22.27

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.21

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.21

%

   

0.24

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.23

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.15

%

   

0.19

%

   

0.19

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.31

%(c)

   

1.21

%

   

1.21

%

   

1.48

%

   

1.08

%

   

0.92

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

4

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

13

%

   

13

%

   

14

%

   

20

%

   

15

%

   

10

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.34

   

$

15.66

   

$

12.95

   

$

11.81

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.19

     

0.17

     

0.07

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.95

)

   

1.47

     

3.19

     

1.57

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.84

)

   

1.66

     

3.36

     

1.64

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.16

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.34

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.31

)

   

(0.98

)

   

(0.65

)

   

(0.50

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.19

   

$

16.34

   

$

15.66

   

$

12.95

   

Total return

   

(5.32

%)

   

10.92

%

   

26.38

%

   

14.34

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.26

%(c)

   

0.26

%

   

0.27

%

   

0.21

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.16

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

1.31

%(c)

   

1.21

%

   

1.16

%

   

1.82

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

527,105

   

$

618,948

   

$

504,850

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

13

%

   

13

%

   

14

%

   

20

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.09

   

$

15.43

   

$

12.78

   

$

11.88

   

$

12.29

   

$

9.41

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.19

     

0.17

     

0.16

     

0.12

     

0.11

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.94

)

   

1.45

     

3.13

     

1.45

     

0.11

     

2.93

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.83

)

   

1.64

     

3.30

     

1.61

     

0.23

     

3.04

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.11

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.54

)

   

(0.52

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.31

)

   

(0.98

)

   

(0.65

)

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.16

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.95

   

$

16.09

   

$

15.43

   

$

12.78

   

$

11.88

   

$

12.29

   

Total return

   

(5.34

%)

   

10.95

%

   

26.25

%

   

14.35

%

   

2.39

%

   

32.45

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.42

%(b)

   

0.41

%

   

0.41

%

   

0.41

%

   

0.41

%

   

0.25

%

 

Total net expenses(c)

   

0.20

%(b)(d)

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.20

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

1.31

%(b)

   

1.20

%

   

1.21

%

   

1.39

%

   

1.07

%

   

1.08

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2,051,661

   

$

2,299,318

   

$

2,295,909

   

$

2,014,694

   

$

2,517,203

   

$

2,479,455

   

Portfolio turnover

   

13

%

   

13

%

   

14

%

   

20

%

   

15

%

   

10

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(d)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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Note 1. Organization

Columbia Mid Cap Index Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class I, Class R5 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are not subject to any front-end sales charge or contingent deferred sales charge.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the

reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular

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trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Derivative Instruments

The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.

A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.

In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction

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may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.

Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.

Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.

For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Futures Contracts

Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to maintain appropriate equity

market exposure while keeping sufficient cash to accommodate daily redemptions. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.

Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements

The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.

The following table provides a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging

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instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at August 31, 2015:

Liability Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 
Equity risk   Net assets — unrealized
depreciation on futures
contracts
  3,953,637

*

 

*Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day's variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

11,015,319

   
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on
Derivatives Recognized in Income
 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

(12,980,742

)

 

The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Derivative Instrument

 

Average notional amounts($)*

 

Futures contracts — Long

   

116,321,140

   

*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These

distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

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Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund

with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to 0.20% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,355,862, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,355,862.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $3,435.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted

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with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.20

%

 

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class Z

   

0.20

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $40.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service

plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the period disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:

    Fee Rates Contractual
through
June 30, 2016
 

Class A

   

0.45

%

 

Class I

   

0.20

   

Class R5

   

0.20

   

Class Z

   

0.20

   

Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not

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recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $2,630,402,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

1,202,795,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(172,957,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

1,029,838,000

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $504,640,504 and $530,391,549, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.

whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 23.3% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant

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effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse

effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Mid Cap Index Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Mid Cap Index Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no

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COLUMBIA MID CAP INDEX FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, and that even though the Fund has surpassed its breakpoints, it has yet to approach an asset level that fully employs them.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Mid Cap Index Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

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The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

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Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

4

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

5

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

10

   

Statement of Operations

   

12

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

13

   

Financial Highlights

   

16

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

27

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

34

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

36

   

Important Information About This Report

   

39

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Mid Cap Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.12% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Russell Midcap Value Index, which returned -6.90% during the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

11/20/01

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.12

     

-4.77

     

15.28

     

7.17

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.59

     

-10.27

     

13.92

     

6.54

   

Class B

 

11/20/01

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.49

     

-5.49

     

14.43

     

6.36

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.02

     

-9.64

     

14.20

     

6.36

   

Class C

 

11/20/01

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.52

     

-5.46

     

14.44

     

6.37

   

Including sales charges

           

-6.42

     

-6.29

     

14.44

     

6.37

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-4.97

     

-4.35

     

15.78

     

7.40

   

Class K*

 

03/07/11

   

-5.03

     

-4.60

     

15.45

     

7.25

   

Class R*

 

01/23/06

   

-5.30

     

-5.01

     

14.99

     

6.90

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.02

     

-4.50

     

15.46

     

7.25

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-4.96

     

-4.43

     

15.54

     

7.29

   

Class W*

 

09/27/10

   

-5.12

     

-4.77

     

15.29

     

7.17

   

Class Y*

 

07/15/09

   

-4.97

     

-4.35

     

15.75

     

7.40

   

Class Z

 

11/20/01

   

-4.99

     

-4.52

     

15.58

     

7.43

   

Russell Midcap Value Index

           

-6.90

     

-2.54

     

15.96

     

7.93

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The Russell Midcap Value Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of those Russell Midcap Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and forecasted growth values.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Fifth Third Bancorp

   

2.3

   

M&T Bank Corp.

   

2.2

   

JM Smucker Co. (The)

   

2.0

   

Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The)

   

1.9

   

Teleflex, Inc.

   

1.9

   

Edison International

   

1.9

   

Lincoln National Corp.

   

1.8

   

Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.

   

1.7

   

Synchrony Financial

   

1.7

   

Principal Financial Group, Inc.

   

1.7

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

96.8

   

Money Market Funds

   

3.2

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

12.7

   

Consumer Staples

   

4.5

   

Energy

   

8.3

   

Financials

   

32.4

   

Health Care

   

7.8

   

Industrials

   

8.5

   

Information Technology

   

7.9

   

Materials

   

7.5

   

Telecommunication Services

   

1.0

   

Utilities

   

9.4

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Portfolio Management

David Hoffman

Diane Sobin, CFA

Jonas Patrikson, CFA

Nicolas Janvier, CFA*

*Effective September 3, 2015, Nicolas Janvier was added as a Portfolio Manager of the Fund.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

948.80

     

1,019.31

     

5.81

     

6.02

     

1.18

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.10

     

1,015.52

     

9.49

     

9.83

     

1.93

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.80

     

1,015.52

     

9.49

     

9.83

     

1.93

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

950.30

     

1,021.53

     

3.65

     

3.78

     

0.74

   

Class K

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.70

     

1,020.17

     

4.98

     

5.16

     

1.01

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

947.00

     

1,018.05

     

7.04

     

7.29

     

1.43

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.80

     

1,020.52

     

4.63

     

4.80

     

0.94

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

950.40

     

1,021.28

     

3.89

     

4.04

     

0.79

   

Class W

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

948.80

     

1,019.31

     

5.81

     

6.02

     

1.18

   

Class Y

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

950.30

     

1,021.53

     

3.65

     

3.78

     

0.74

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

950.10

     

1,020.57

     

4.58

     

4.75

     

0.93

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 97.5%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 12.3%

 

Auto Components 1.1%

 

Gentex Corp.

   

2,096,825

     

32,500,787

   

Automobiles 0.8%

 

Harley-Davidson, Inc.

   

434,261

     

24,340,329

   

Diversified Consumer Services 1.0%

 

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Co.(a)

   

1,418,203

     

32,023,024

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 1.5%

 

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

   

526,575

     

46,422,852

   

Household Durables 3.3%

 

D.R. Horton, Inc.

   

1,604,425

     

48,726,387

   

Mohawk Industries, Inc.(a)

   

156,350

     

30,796,260

   

Whirlpool Corp.

   

136,850

     

23,004,485

   

Total

       

102,527,132

   

Media 1.5%

 

DISH Network Corp., Class A(a)

   

237,648

     

14,085,397

   

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., Class A

   

1,237,825

     

33,148,953

   

Total

       

47,234,350

   

Multiline Retail 0.4%

 

Burlington Stores, Inc.(a)

   

243,773

     

12,941,909

   

Specialty Retail 2.7%

 

Best Buy Co., Inc.

   

898,025

     

32,993,439

   

Cabela's, Inc.(a)

   

445,525

     

20,035,259

   

Signet Jewelers Ltd.

   

209,250

     

28,876,500

   

Total

       

81,905,198

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

379,895,581

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 4.4%

 

Beverages 0.4%

 

Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc.

   

172,890

     

13,265,849

   

Food Products 3.7%

 

Hershey Co. (The)

   

266,450

     

23,852,604

   

JM Smucker Co. (The)

   

515,040

     

60,630,509

   

Tyson Foods, Inc., Class A

   

689,250

     

29,141,490

   

Total

       

113,624,603

   

Personal Products 0.3%

 

Coty, Inc. Class A

   

272,300

     

8,253,413

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

135,143,865

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

ENERGY 8.1%

 

Energy Equipment & Services 4.1%

 

Cameron International Corp.(a)

   

696,000

     

46,464,960

   

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.

   

408,325

     

24,095,258

   

Oceaneering International, Inc.

   

428,750

     

18,787,825

   

Superior Energy Services, Inc.

   

1,067,800

     

16,988,698

   

Weatherford International PLC(a)

   

1,850,675

     

18,784,351

   

Total

       

125,121,092

   

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 4.0%

 

Cabot Oil & Gas Corp.

   

851,850

     

20,163,290

   

Cimarex Energy Co.

   

397,190

     

43,893,467

   

Newfield Exploration Co.(a)

   

482,800

     

16,082,068

   

Noble Energy, Inc.

   

1,285,450

     

42,946,884

   

Total

       

123,085,709

   

Total Energy

       

248,206,801

   

FINANCIALS 31.6%

 

Banks 6.4%

 

BankUnited, Inc.

   

911,350

     

32,480,514

   

Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc.

   

440,950

     

28,511,827

   

Fifth Third Bancorp

   

3,482,851

     

69,378,392

   

M&T Bank Corp.

   

557,850

     

65,960,184

   

Total

       

196,330,917

   

Capital Markets 1.3%

 

E*TRADE Financial Corp.(a)

   

1,486,300

     

39,074,827

   

Consumer Finance 1.7%

 

Synchrony Financial(a)

   

1,560,900

     

51,431,655

   

Diversified Financial Services 1.6%

 

Voya Financial, Inc.

   

1,160,150

     

49,979,262

   

Insurance 6.6%

 

Aon PLC

   

441,525

     

41,256,096

   
Hartford Financial Services Group,
Inc. (The)
   

1,248,643

     

57,375,146

   

Lincoln National Corp.

   

1,055,500

     

53,608,845

   

Principal Financial Group, Inc.

   

1,020,752

     

51,394,863

   

Total

       

203,634,950

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 11.5%

 

Camden Property Trust

   

360,925

     

25,997,428

   

Colony Capital, Inc.

   

802,175

     

17,415,219

   

Extra Space Storage, Inc.

   

410,329

     

30,150,975

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Health Care REIT, Inc.

   

700,775

     

44,394,096

   

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc.

   

2,452,672

     

43,485,875

   

Outfront Media, Inc.

   

1,158,502

     

26,216,900

   

Rayonier, Inc.

   

967,184

     

22,245,232

   

SL Green Realty Corp.

   

397,375

     

41,132,286

   

Taubman Centers, Inc.

   

516,425

     

35,628,161

   

UDR, Inc.

   

1,275,375

     

41,194,613

   

Weyerhaeuser Co.

   

929,978

     

25,983,585

   

Total

       

353,844,370

   

Real Estate Management & Development 1.0%

 

CBRE Group, Inc., Class A(a)

   

967,961

     

30,994,111

   

Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 1.5%

 

Radian Group, Inc.

   

2,623,275

     

47,166,484

   

Total Financials

       

972,456,576

   

HEALTH CARE 7.6%

 

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 4.6%

 

Boston Scientific Corp.(a)

   

1,885,425

     

31,562,014

   

Teleflex, Inc.

   

436,025

     

57,032,070

   

Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.

   

504,175

     

52,212,363

   

Total

       

140,806,447

   

Health Care Providers & Services 1.7%

 

Community Health Systems, Inc.(a)

   

552,900

     

29,690,730

   

WellCare Health Plans, Inc.(a)

   

262,750

     

23,823,543

   

Total

       

53,514,273

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 0.7%

 

PAREXEL International Corp.(a)

   

305,175

     

20,056,101

   

Pharmaceuticals 0.6%

 

Mallinckrodt PLC(a)

   

215,282

     

18,565,920

   

Total Health Care

       

232,942,741

   

INDUSTRIALS 8.3%

 

Aerospace & Defense 1.1%

 

Textron, Inc.

   

915,250

     

35,511,700

   

Airlines 0.9%

 

United Continental Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

461,900

     

26,314,443

   

Building Products 0.9%

 

USG Corp.(a)

   

864,525

     

26,376,658

   

Commercial Services & Supplies 1.3%

 

Republic Services, Inc.

   

966,550

     

39,609,219

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Industrial Conglomerates 1.5%

 

Carlisle Companies, Inc.

   

467,350

     

47,062,145

   

Machinery 0.9%

 

Ingersoll-Rand PLC

   

529,875

     

29,296,789

   

Road & Rail 0.8%

 

Ryder System, Inc.

   

298,350

     

24,455,749

   

Trading Companies & Distributors 0.9%

 

AerCap Holdings NV(a)

   

539,144

     

22,665,614

   

WESCO International, Inc.(a)

   

66,270

     

3,709,132

   

Total

       

26,374,746

   

Total Industrials

       

255,001,449

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 7.7%

 

Communications Equipment 1.2%

 

F5 Networks, Inc.(a)

   

107,750

     

13,081,928

   

Harris Corp.

   

334,425

     

25,690,528

   

Total

       

38,772,456

   

Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 1.6%

 

Arrow Electronics, Inc.(a)

   

420,350

     

23,505,972

   

FLIR Systems, Inc.

   

869,675

     

24,898,795

   

Total

       

48,404,767

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 2.0%

 

Applied Materials, Inc.

   

1,299,225

     

20,898,034

   

Broadcom Corp., Class A

   

486,825

     

25,154,248

   

Micron Technology, Inc.(a)

   

418,575

     

6,868,816

   

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

   

99,325

     

8,676,039

   

Total

       

61,597,137

   

Software 2.3%

 

Activision Blizzard, Inc.

   

1,373,625

     

39,326,883

   

Autodesk, Inc.(a)

   

277,325

     

12,964,944

   

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

293,125

     

19,390,219

   

Total

       

71,682,046

   

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 0.6%

 

Seagate Technology PLC

   

337,750

     

17,360,350

   

Total Information Technology

       

237,816,756

   

MATERIALS 7.3%

 

Chemicals 2.6%

 

Ashland, Inc.

   

237,450

     

24,925,127

   

International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc.

   

210,600

     

23,071,230

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

PPG Industries, Inc.

   

348,750

     

33,232,387

   

Total

       

81,228,744

   

Construction Materials 0.7%

 

Summit Materials, Inc., Class A(a)

   

861,799

     

20,217,805

   

Containers & Packaging 2.7%

 

Bemis Co., Inc.

   

547,950

     

23,244,039

   

Packaging Corp. of America

   

382,300

     

25,656,153

   

Sealed Air Corp.

   

641,100

     

32,984,595

   

Total

       

81,884,787

   

Metals & Mining 1.3%

 

Steel Dynamics, Inc.

   

2,126,750

     

41,429,090

   

Total Materials

       

224,760,426

   

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 1.0%

 

Wireless Telecommunication Services 1.0%

 

SBA Communications Corp., Class A(a)

   

267,525

     

31,621,455

   

Total Telecommunication Services

       

31,621,455

   

UTILITIES 9.2%

 

Electric Utilities 7.4%

 

Edison International

   

963,675

     

56,355,714

   

Great Plains Energy, Inc.

   

1,932,650

     

48,161,638

   

Pinnacle West Capital Corp.

   

627,800

     

37,372,934

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Portland General Electric Co.

   

1,294,700

     

44,718,938

   

PPL Corp.

   

1,284,375

     

39,802,781

   

Total

       

226,412,005

   

Gas Utilities 0.4%

 

AGL Resources, Inc.

   

193,852

     

11,823,033

   

Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers 0.4%

 

NRG Energy, Inc.

   

681,912

     

13,583,687

   

Multi-Utilities 1.0%

 

CMS Energy Corp.

   

943,825

     

30,938,584

   

Total Utilities

       

282,757,309

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $2,349,888,184)
       

3,000,602,959

   

Money Market Funds 3.2%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

98,749,057

     

98,749,057

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $98,749,057)
       

98,749,057

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $2,448,637,241)
       

3,099,352,016

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

(20,826,078

)

 

Net Assets

       

3,078,525,938

   

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

179,304,267

     

420,765,905

     

(501,321,115

)

   

98,749,057

     

74,509

     

98,749,057

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

Description

  Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
 
Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
 
Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 


Total ($)
 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

379,895,581

     

     

     

379,895,581

   

Consumer Staples

   

135,143,865

     

     

     

135,143,865

   

Energy

   

248,206,801

     

     

     

248,206,801

   

Financials

   

972,456,576

     

     

     

972,456,576

   

Health Care

   

232,942,741

     

     

     

232,942,741

   

Industrials

   

255,001,449

     

     

     

255,001,449

   

Information Technology

   

237,816,756

     

     

     

237,816,756

   

Materials

   

224,760,426

     

     

     

224,760,426

   

Telecommunication Services

   

31,621,455

     

     

     

31,621,455

   

Utilities

   

282,757,309

     

     

     

282,757,309

   

Total Common Stocks

   

3,000,602,959

     

     

     

3,000,602,959

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

98,749,057

     

     

98,749,057

   

Total Investments

   

3,000,602,959

     

98,749,057

     

     

3,099,352,016

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
 

     

179,304,267

     

179,304,267

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $2,349,888,184)

 

$

3,000,602,959

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $98,749,057)

   

98,749,057

   

Total investments (identified cost $2,448,637,241)

   

3,099,352,016

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

16,288,702

   

Capital shares sold

   

1,577,011

   

Dividends

   

3,708,886

   

Prepaid expenses

   

15,071

   

Total assets

   

3,120,941,686

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

36,816,671

   

Capital shares purchased

   

4,409,875

   

Investment management fees

   

182,956

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

33,499

   

Transfer agent fees

   

627,812

   

Plan administration fees

   

1

   

Compensation of board members

   

185,548

   

Other expenses

   

159,386

   

Total liabilities

   

42,415,748

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,078,525,938

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

2,157,416,898

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

3,354,600

   

Accumulated net realized gain

   

267,039,665

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

650,714,775

   

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,078,525,938

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

975,462,971

   

Shares outstanding

   

62,419,191

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.63

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

16.58

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

5,134,298

   

Shares outstanding

   

346,210

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.83

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

123,918,268

   

Shares outstanding

   

8,312,265

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.91

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,709

   

Shares outstanding

   

173

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

15.63

   

Class K

 

Net assets

 

$

5,742

   

Shares outstanding

   

366

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.69

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

63,313,047

   

Shares outstanding

   

4,063,331

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.58

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

66,181,401

   

Shares outstanding

   

4,149,735

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.95

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

63,153,891

   

Shares outstanding

   

3,958,830

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.95

   

Class W

 

Net assets

 

$

383,276

   

Shares outstanding

   

24,527

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.63

   

Class Y

 

Net assets

 

$

43,510,022

   

Shares outstanding

   

2,783,233

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.63

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

1,737,460,313

   

Shares outstanding

   

110,963,884

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.66

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

28,837,371

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

74,509

   

Total income

   

28,911,880

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

12,665,102

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

1,359,988

   

Class B

   

37,119

   

Class C

   

684,685

   

Class R

   

184,759

   

Class W

   

547

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

1,057,814

   

Class B

   

7,217

   

Class C

   

133,137

   

Class K

   

2

   

Class R

   

71,867

   

Class R4

   

51,661

   

Class R5

   

18,060

   

Class W

   

426

   

Class Z

   

2,035,955

   

Plan administration fees

 

Class K

   

8

   

Compensation of board members

   

34,199

   

Custodian fees

   

13,968

   

Printing and postage fees

   

189,701

   

Registration fees

   

94,397

   

Professional fees

   

28,368

   

Other

   

26,534

   

Total expenses

   

18,695,514

   

Expense reductions

   

(4,916

)

 

Total net expenses

   

18,690,598

   

Net investment income

   

10,221,282

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

293,314,381

   

Net realized gain

   

293,314,381

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(465,147,922

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(465,147,922

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(171,833,541

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(161,612,259

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

10,221,282

   

$

20,044,514

   

Net realized gain

   

293,314,381

     

412,908,820

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(465,147,922

)

   

(110,322,816

)

 

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(161,612,259

)

   

322,630,518

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(1,239,845

)

   

(4,766,548

)

 

Class B

   

     

(12,726

)

 

Class C

   

     

(163,650

)

 

Class I

   

(10

)

   

(358,705

)

 

Class K

   

(12

)

   

(44

)

 

Class R

   

     

(170,576

)

 

Class R4

   

(118,090

)

   

(111,541

)

 

Class R5

   

(221,057

)

   

(335,311

)

 

Class W

   

(518

)

   

(2,270

)

 

Class Y

   

(101,359

)

   

(143,886

)

 

Class Z

   

(5,016,593

)

   

(16,189,669

)

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(43,599,161

)

   

(172,737,080

)

 

Class B

   

(285,756

)

   

(1,889,298

)

 

Class C

   

(5,752,538

)

   

(21,894,748

)

 

Class I

   

(121

)

   

(6,596,744

)

 

Class K

   

(250

)

   

(974

)

 

Class R

   

(2,961,450

)

   

(10,764,812

)

 

Class R4

   

(2,752,728

)

   

(2,419,482

)

 

Class R5

   

(2,967,736

)

   

(6,259,682

)

 

Class W

   

(17,028

)

   

(81,199

)

 

Class Y

   

(1,363,166

)

   

(2,476,273

)

 

Class Z

   

(78,027,728

)

   

(370,349,851

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(144,425,146

)

   

(617,725,069

)

 

Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(421,736,135

)

   

230,753,029

   

Total decrease in net assets

   

(727,773,540

)

   

(64,341,522

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

3,806,299,478

     

3,870,641,000

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

3,078,525,938

   

$

3,806,299,478

   

Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income

 

$

3,354,600

   

$

(169,198

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

4,300,668

     

72,585,880

     

13,415,112

     

241,409,995

   

Distributions reinvested

   

2,481,371

     

41,612,869

     

9,391,185

     

164,243,740

   

Redemptions

   

(9,118,116

)

   

(153,212,451

)

   

(17,000,791

)

   

(305,632,557

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(2,336,077

)

   

(39,013,702

)

   

5,805,506

     

100,021,178

   

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

3,691

     

60,025

     

28,457

     

498,264

   

Distributions reinvested

   

16,489

     

262,676

     

103,025

     

1,732,090

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(238,523

)

   

(3,856,949

)

   

(403,330

)

   

(6,952,178

)

 

Net decrease

   

(218,343

)

   

(3,534,248

)

   

(271,848

)

   

(4,721,824

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

378,352

     

6,116,509

     

1,199,715

     

20,665,929

   

Distributions reinvested

   

286,166

     

4,581,521

     

1,027,022

     

17,262,321

   

Redemptions

   

(756,665

)

   

(12,143,447

)

   

(1,205,653

)

   

(20,857,272

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(92,147

)

   

(1,445,417

)

   

1,021,084

     

17,070,978

   

Class I shares

 

Subscriptions

   

     

     

2,050

     

36,815

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

380,150

     

6,954,904

   

Redemptions

   

     

     

(5,083,873

)

   

(93,280,205

)

 

Net (decrease)

   

     

     

(4,701,673

)

   

(86,288,486

)

 

Class K shares

 

Distributions reinvested

   

8

     

135

     

28

     

490

   

Redemptions

   

     

     

(548

)

   

(10,400

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

8

     

135

     

(520

)

   

(9,910

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

505,866

     

8,565,756

     

2,100,075

     

37,594,686

   

Distributions reinvested

   

168,604

     

2,819,059

     

563,949

     

9,798,979

   

Redemptions

   

(1,136,821

)

   

(19,073,116

)

   

(1,474,651

)

   

(26,513,817

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(462,351

)

   

(7,688,301

)

   

1,189,373

     

20,879,848

   

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

2,487,301

     

43,460,726

     

1,479,348

     

26,228,312

   

Distributions reinvested

   

167,890

     

2,870,818

     

143,482

     

2,531,020

   

Redemptions

   

(421,118

)

   

(7,147,511

)

   

(265,407

)

   

(4,804,666

)

 

Net increase

   

2,234,073

     

39,184,033

     

1,357,423

     

23,954,666

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

690,284

     

11,927,477

     

2,742,088

     

49,385,390

   

Distributions reinvested

   

186,296

     

3,188,199

     

372,305

     

6,561,008

   

Redemptions

   

(1,035,033

)

   

(17,634,009

)

   

(487,196

)

   

(8,921,619

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(158,453

)

   

(2,518,333

)

   

2,627,197

     

47,024,779

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity (continued)

 

Class W shares

 

Distributions reinvested

   

1,039

     

17,433

     

4,736

     

83,001

   

Redemptions

   

(5,133

)

   

(87,981

)

   

(10,721

)

   

(195,568

)

 

Net decrease

   

(4,094

)

   

(70,548

)

   

(5,985

)

   

(112,567

)

 

Class Y shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,446,101

     

24,066,950

     

1,173,529

     

20,826,179

   

Distributions reinvested

   

87,314

     

1,464,377

     

151,708

     

2,619,536

   

Redemptions

   

(371,213

)

   

(6,219,724

)

   

(249,909

)

   

(4,477,660

)

 

Net increase

   

1,162,202

     

19,311,603

     

1,075,328

     

18,968,055

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

3,918,946

     

66,165,344

     

17,182,452

     

310,691,377

   

Distributions reinvested

   

3,993,644

     

67,107,813

     

18,119,784

     

317,379,875

   

Redemptions

   

(32,552,105

)

   

(559,234,514

)

   

(29,519,885

)

   

(534,104,940

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(24,639,515

)

   

(425,961,357

)

   

5,782,351

     

93,966,312

   

Total net increase (decrease)

   

(24,514,697

)

   

(421,736,135

)

   

13,878,236

     

230,753,029

   

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.18

   

$

18.64

   

$

16.02

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

$

11.18

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.04

     

0.07

     

0.05

     

0.11

     

0.07

     

0.13

(a)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.87

)

   

1.44

     

4.60

     

2.10

     

(0.33

)

   

3.07

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.83

)

   

1.51

     

4.65

     

2.21

     

(0.26

)

   

3.20

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.72

)

   

(2.97

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.63

   

$

17.18

   

$

18.64

   

$

16.02

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

Total return

   

(5.12

%)

   

8.50

%

   

30.10

%

   

16.03

%

   

(1.75

%)

   

28.87

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.18

%(d)

   

1.16

%

   

1.17

%

   

1.19

%

   

1.18

%

   

1.13

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.18

%(d)(f)

   

1.16

%(f)

   

1.17

%(f)

   

1.19

%(f)

   

1.18

%(f)

   

1.13

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.39

%

   

0.27

%

   

0.75

%

   

0.59

%

   

1.05

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

975,463

   

$

1,112,701

   

$

1,098,949

   

$

991,510

   

$

1,135,303

   

$

1,511,519

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.08 per share.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.38

   

$

17.98

   

$

15.56

   

$

13.52

   

$

13.89

   

$

10.94

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.08

)

   

0.00

(a)

   

(0.02

)

   

0.03

(b)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.83

)

   

1.39

     

4.46

     

2.06

     

(0.34

)

   

3.01

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.85

)

   

1.32

     

4.38

     

2.06

     

(0.36

)

   

3.04

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.02

)

   

     

(0.02

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.92

)

   

(1.96

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.83

   

$

16.38

   

$

17.98

   

$

15.56

   

$

13.52

   

$

13.89

   

Total return

   

(5.49

%)

   

7.64

%

   

29.16

%

   

15.22

%

   

(2.55

%)

   

27.89

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.93

%(d)

   

1.91

%

   

1.92

%

   

1.94

%

   

1.93

%

   

1.88

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.93

%(d)(f)

   

1.91

%(f)

   

1.92

%(f)

   

1.94

%(f)

   

1.93

%(f)

   

1.88

%(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.28

%)(d)

   

(0.40

%)

   

(0.48

%)

   

0.01

%

   

(0.19

%)

   

0.28

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

5,134

   

$

9,250

   

$

15,034

   

$

16,759

   

$

22,740

   

$

44,651

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.08 per share.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.47

   

$

18.05

   

$

15.62

   

$

13.57

   

$

13.94

   

$

10.98

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.08

)

   

0.00

(a)

   

(0.02

)

   

0.04

(b)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.84

)

   

1.40

     

4.47

     

2.07

     

(0.34

)

   

3.01

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.86

)

   

1.34

     

4.39

     

2.07

     

(0.36

)

   

3.05

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.02

)

   

     

(0.02

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.92

)

   

(1.96

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.91

   

$

16.47

   

$

18.05

   

$

15.62

   

$

13.57

   

$

13.94

   

Total return

   

(5.52

%)

   

7.73

%

   

29.11

%

   

15.24

%

   

(2.54

%)

   

27.88

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.93

%(d)

   

1.91

%

   

1.92

%

   

1.94

%

   

1.93

%

   

1.88

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.93

%(d)(f)

   

1.91

%(f)

   

1.92

%(f)

   

1.94

%(f)

   

1.93

%(f)

   

1.88

%(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.30

%)(d)

   

(0.36

%)

   

(0.49

%)

   

0.00

%(a)

   

(0.17

%)

   

0.30

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

123,918

   

$

138,393

   

$

133,282

   

$

115,248

   

$

125,463

   

$

173,457

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.08 per share.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.19

   

$

18.64

   

$

16.03

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

$

11.68

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.08

     

0.09

     

0.12

     

0.17

     

0.13

     

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.88

)

   

1.51

     

4.59

     

2.12

     

(0.33

)

   

2.58

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.80

)

   

1.60

     

4.71

     

2.29

     

(0.20

)

   

2.61

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.76

)

   

(3.05

)

   

(2.10

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.63

   

$

17.19

   

$

18.64

   

$

16.03

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

Total return

   

(4.97

%)

   

9.03

%

   

30.59

%

   

16.61

%

   

(1.32

%)

   

22.40

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.74

%(d)

   

0.72

%

   

0.73

%

   

0.74

%

   

0.73

%

   

0.72

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.74

%(d)

   

0.72

%

   

0.73

%

   

0.74

%

   

0.73

%

   

0.72

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

0.89

%(d)

   

0.51

%

   

0.69

%

   

1.19

%

   

1.03

%

   

0.53

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

87,662

   

$

160,368

   

$

143,562

   

$

150,603

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
19



COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class K

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.24

   

$

18.70

   

$

16.07

   

$

13.94

   

$

14.06

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.05

     

0.10

     

0.07

     

0.13

     

0.11

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.87

)

   

1.44

     

4.61

     

2.13

     

(0.15

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

1.54

     

4.68

     

2.26

     

(0.04

)

 

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.09

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.73

)

   

(3.00

)

   

(2.05

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.69

   

$

17.24

   

$

18.70

   

$

16.07

   

$

13.94

   

Total return

   

(5.03

%)

   

8.63

%

   

30.26

%

   

16.31

%

   

(0.23

%)

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.01

%(d)

   

1.01

%

   

1.03

%

   

1.04

%

   

1.05

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.01

%(d)

   

1.01

%

   

1.03

%

   

1.01

%

   

1.03

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

0.61

%(d)

   

0.57

%

   

0.40

%

   

0.93

%

   

0.86

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

6

   

$

6

   

$

16

   

$

14

   

$

12

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from March 7, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.14

   

$

18.61

   

$

16.00

   

$

13.89

   

$

14.23

   

$

11.18

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.02

     

0.03

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.07

     

0.01

     

0.10

(b)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.88

)

   

1.44

     

4.59

     

2.11

     

(0.31

)

   

3.07

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.86

)

   

1.47

     

4.59

     

2.18

     

(0.30

)

   

3.17

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.04

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.94

)

   

(1.98

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.58

   

$

17.14

   

$

18.61

   

$

16.00

   

$

13.89

   

$

14.23

   

Total return

   

(5.30

%)

   

8.25

%

   

29.77

%

   

15.76

%

   

(2.04

%)

   

28.53

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.43

%(d)

   

1.41

%

   

1.42

%

   

1.44

%

   

1.45

%

   

1.38

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.43

%(d)(f)

   

1.41

%(f)

   

1.42

%(f)

   

1.44

%(f)

   

1.43

%(f)

   

1.38

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.15

%

   

0.02

%

   

0.50

%

   

0.15

%

   

0.80

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

63,313

   

$

77,556

   

$

62,085

   

$

58,923

   

$

80,096

   

$

337,001

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.08 per share.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.52

   

$

18.95

   

$

16.26

   

$

14.24

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.06

     

0.12

     

0.09

     

0.06

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.89

)

   

1.47

     

4.67

     

2.00

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.83

)

   

1.59

     

4.76

     

2.06

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.74

)

   

(3.02

)

   

(2.07

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.95

   

$

17.52

   

$

18.95

   

$

16.26

   

Total return

   

(5.02

%)

   

8.79

%

   

30.40

%

   

14.49

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.94

%(c)

   

0.92

%

   

0.92

%

   

0.85

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.94

%(c)(e)

   

0.92

%(e)

   

0.92

%(e)

   

0.85

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

0.68

%(c)

   

0.68

%

   

0.48

%

   

1.19

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

66,181

   

$

33,559

   

$

10,580

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.52

   

$

18.96

   

$

16.26

   

$

14.24

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.07

     

0.15

     

0.12

     

0.06

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.89

)

   

1.45

     

4.67

     

2.00

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

1.60

     

4.79

     

2.06

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.75

)

   

(3.04

)

   

(2.09

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.95

   

$

17.52

   

$

18.96

   

$

16.26

   

Total return

   

(4.96

%)

   

8.87

%

   

30.64

%

   

14.52

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.79

%(c)

   

0.78

%

   

0.80

%

   

0.77

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.79

%(c)

   

0.78

%

   

0.80

%

   

0.77

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

0.85

%(c)

   

0.84

%

   

0.67

%

   

1.28

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

63,154

   

$

72,152

   

$

28,245

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class W

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.18

   

$

18.64

   

$

16.03

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

$

11.69

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.04

     

0.07

     

0.04

     

0.11

     

0.09

     

0.02

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.87

)

   

1.45

     

4.60

     

2.11

     

(0.35

)

   

2.57

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.83

)

   

1.52

     

4.64

     

2.22

     

(0.26

)

   

2.59

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.72

)

   

(2.98

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.04

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.63

   

$

17.18

   

$

18.64

   

$

16.03

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

Total return

   

(5.12

%)

   

8.50

%

   

30.02

%

   

16.09

%

   

(1.74

%)

   

22.17

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.18

%(d)

   

1.16

%

   

1.16

%

   

1.19

%

   

1.19

%

   

1.14

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.18

%(d)(f)

   

1.16

%(f)

   

1.16

%(f)

   

1.19

%(f)

   

1.19

%(f)

   

1.14

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

0.46

%(d)

   

0.37

%

   

0.21

%

   

0.74

%

   

0.69

%

   

0.34

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

383

   

$

492

   

$

645

   

$

79,581

   

$

77,367

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Y

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.19

   

$

18.65

   

$

16.03

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

$

11.18

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.07

     

0.16

     

0.12

     

0.18

     

0.13

     

0.16

(a)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.87

)

   

1.43

     

4.60

     

2.09

     

(0.34

)

   

3.08

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.80

)

   

1.59

     

4.72

     

2.27

     

(0.21

)

   

3.24

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.18

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.76

)

   

(3.05

)

   

(2.10

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.18

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.63

   

$

17.19

   

$

18.65

   

$

16.03

   

$

13.91

   

$

14.24

   

Total return

   

(4.97

%)

   

8.97

%

   

30.65

%

   

16.50

%

   

(1.40

%)

   

29.23

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.74

%(d)

   

0.73

%

   

0.73

%

   

0.77

%

   

0.82

%

   

0.81

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.74

%(d)

   

0.73

%

   

0.73

%

   

0.77

%

   

0.82

%

   

0.81

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

0.85

%(d)

   

0.88

%

   

0.69

%

   

1.19

%

   

0.97

%

   

1.25

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

43,510

   

$

27,860

   

$

10,175

   

$

4,975

   

$

32

   

$

33

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.08 per share.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.21

   

$

18.67

   

$

16.05

   

$

13.93

   

$

14.26

   

$

11.20

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.06

     

0.12

     

0.09

     

0.14

     

0.11

     

0.16

(a)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.87

)

   

1.44

     

4.60

     

2.12

     

(0.33

)

   

3.07

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.81

)

   

1.56

     

4.69

     

2.26

     

(0.22

)

   

3.23

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.17

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.70

)

   

(2.90

)

   

(1.96

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.74

)

   

(3.02

)

   

(2.07

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.17

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.66

   

$

17.21

   

$

18.67

   

$

16.05

   

$

13.93

   

$

14.26

   

Total return

   

(4.99

%)

   

8.76

%

   

30.37

%

   

16.36

%

   

(1.50

%)

   

29.14

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.93

%(d)

   

0.91

%

   

0.92

%

   

0.94

%

   

0.93

%

   

0.88

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.93

%(d)(f)

   

0.91

%(f)

   

0.92

%(f)

   

0.94

%(f)

   

0.93

%(f)

   

0.88

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

0.70

%(d)

   

0.64

%

   

0.52

%

   

1.01

%

   

0.85

%

   

1.30

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,737,460

   

$

2,334,328

   

$

2,423,967

   

$

2,298,515

   

$

2,460,299

   

$

2,859,249

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

25

%

   

48

%

   

36

%

   

39

%

   

50

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.08 per share.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Mid Cap Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.

Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

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COLUMBIA MID CAP VALUE FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid each calendar quarter. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and

the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.82% to 0.65% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.71% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $8,110,237, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $618,630.

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Participating Affiliates

The Investment Manager and its investment advisory affiliates (Participating Affiliates) around the world may coordinate in providing services to their clients. Such coordination may include functional leadership of the business (the "Global" business). From time to time the Investment Manager (or any affiliated investment subadviser to the Fund, as the case may be) may engage its Participating Affiliates to provide a variety of services such as investment research, investment monitoring, trading and discretionary investment management (including portfolio management) to certain accounts managed by the Investment Manager, including the Fund. These Participating Affiliates will provide services to the Investment Manager (or any affiliated investment subadviser to the Fund as the case may be) either pursuant to subadvisory agreements, personnel-sharing agreements or similar inter-company arrangements and the Fund will pay no additional fees and expenses as a result of any such arrangements.

These Participating Affiliates, like the Investment Manager, are direct or indirect subsidiaries of Ameriprise Financial and are registered with appropriate respective regulators in their home jurisdictions and, where required, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in the United States.

Pursuant to some of these arrangements, certain employees of these Participating Affiliates may serve as "associated persons" of the Investment Manager and, in this capacity, subject to the oversight and supervision of the Investment Manager and consistent with the investment objectives, policies and limitations set forth in the Fund's prospectus and Statement of Additional Information (SAI), may provide such services to the Fund on behalf of the Investment Manager.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $3,186.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.19

%

 

Class B

   

0.19

   

Class C

   

0.19

   

Class K

   

0.05

   

Class R

   

0.20

   

Class R4

   

0.20

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class W

   

0.20

   

Class Z

   

0.19

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $4,916.

Plan Administration Fees

Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also

under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75%, 0.50% and 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C, Class R and Class W shares of the Fund, respectively.

Although the Fund may pay a distribution fee up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares and a service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares, the aggregate fee shall not exceed 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $177,476 for Class A, $52 for Class B and $2,429 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.26

%

   

1.28

%

 

Class B

   

2.01

     

2.03

   

Class C

   

2.01

     

2.03

   

Class I

   

0.86

     

0.89

   

Class K

   

1.16

     

1.19

   

Class R

   

1.51

     

1.53

   

Class R4

   

1.01

     

1.03

   

Class R5

   

0.91

     

0.94

   

Class W

   

1.26

     

1.28

   

Class Y

   

0.86

     

0.89

   

Class Z

   

1.01

     

1.03

   

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The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $2,448,637,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

755,295,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(104,580,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

650,715,000

   

Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat post-October capital losses of $22,769,803 at February 28, 2015 as arising on March 1, 2015.

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns

for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $891,447,229 and $1,349,674,845, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 29.9% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and

desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Mid Cap Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Mid Cap Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no

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proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Mid Cap Value Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

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With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

6

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

7

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

13

   

Statement of Operations

   

15

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

16

   

Financial Highlights

   

18

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

28

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

38

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

40

   

Important Information About This Report

   

43

   

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Overseas Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -3.12% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net), which returned -7.56% for the same period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

Life

 

Class A*

 

02/28/13

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.12

     

-5.89

     

6.97

     

0.10

   

Including sales charges

           

-8.71

     

-11.31

     

5.71

     

-0.70

   

Class B*

 

02/28/13

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.47

     

-6.57

     

6.18

     

-0.65

   

Including sales charges

           

-8.30

     

-11.14

     

5.87

     

-0.65

   

Class C*

 

02/28/13

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.47

     

-6.57

     

6.18

     

-0.65

   

Including sales charges

           

-4.44

     

-7.48

     

6.18

     

-0.65

   

Class I*

 

03/31/11

   

-2.89

     

-5.36

     

7.54

     

0.65

   

Class K*

 

02/28/13

   

-3.01

     

-5.62

     

7.04

     

0.12

   

Class R4*

 

07/01/15

   

-3.02

     

-5.58

     

7.40

     

0.56

   

Class R5*

 

07/01/15

   

-3.02

     

-5.58

     

7.40

     

0.56

   

Class W*

 

03/31/11

   

-3.01

     

-5.79

     

7.19

     

0.39

   

Class Y*

 

07/01/15

   

-2.91

     

-5.47

     

7.42

     

0.57

   

Class Z

 

03/31/08

   

-3.00

     

-5.56

     

7.40

     

0.56

   

MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net)

           

-7.56

     

-10.64

     

6.20

     

0.14

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/
appended-performance for more information.

The MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net) is a subset of the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), and constituents of the index include securities from Europe, Australasia and the Far East. The index generally represents approximately 50% of the free float-adjusted market capitalization of the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), and consists of those securities classified by MSCI Inc. as most representing the value style, such as, higher book value-to-price ratios, higher forward earnings-to-price ratios, higher dividend yields and lower forecasted growth rates than securities representing the growth style.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes (except the MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net), which reflects reinvested dividends net of withholding taxes) or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

Fred Copper, CFA

Daisuke Nomoto, CMA (SAAJ)

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Class B (United Kingdom)

   

3.4

   

iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (United States)

   

2.5

   

Sanofi (France)

   

2.4

   

ING Groep NV-CVA (Netherlands)

   

2.3

   

BNP Paribas SA (France)

   

2.3

   

AXA SA (France)

   

2.1

   

Optimal Payments PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.1

   

Allianz SE, Registered Shares (Germany)

   

2.1

   

HSBC Holdings PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.0

   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (Japan)

   

1.9

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW (continued)

(Unaudited)

Country Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Australia

   

1.9

   

Belgium

   

1.9

   

China

   

0.7

   

Denmark

   

1.1

   

France

   

10.7

   

Germany

   

5.6

   

Hong Kong

   

1.6

   

Ireland

   

1.3

   

Israel

   

1.6

   

Italy

   

2.0

   

Japan

   

23.1

   

Marshall Islands

   

0.6

   

Netherlands

   

3.2

   

Norway

   

5.5

   

Portugal

   

0.0

(a)

 

Singapore

   

1.4

   

South Korea

   

1.9

   

Spain

   

4.8

   

Sweden

   

2.6

   

Switzerland

   

3.7

   

Taiwan

   

0.6

   

United Kingdom

   

19.0

   

United States(b)

   

5.2

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Country Breakdown is based primarily on issuer's place of organization/incorporation. Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

(a) Rounds to zero.

(b) Includes investments in Money Market Funds and Exchange-Traded Funds.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

11.5

   

Consumer Staples

   

4.7

   

Energy

   

8.8

   

Financials

   

31.5

   

Health Care

   

11.1

   

Industrials

   

7.7

   

Information Technology

   

9.7

   

Materials

   

4.7

   

Telecommunication Services

   

7.0

   

Utilities

   

3.3

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

968.80

     

1,018.10

     

7.07

     

7.24

     

1.42

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

965.30

     

1,014.30

     

10.78

     

11.05

     

2.17

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

965.30

     

1,014.30

     

10.78

     

11.05

     

2.17

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

971.10

     

1,020.62

     

4.58

     

4.70

     

0.92

   

Class K

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

969.90

     

1,019.11

     

6.07

     

6.23

     

1.22

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

952.20

(a)

   

1,019.41

     

1.86

(a)

   

5.92

     

1.16

(a)

 

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

952.20

(a)

   

1,020.47

     

1.52

(a)

   

4.85

     

0.95

(a)

 

Class W

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

969.90

     

1,018.10

     

7.07

     

7.24

     

1.42

   

Class Y

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

953.30

(a)

   

1,020.72

     

1.44

(a)

   

4.60

     

0.90

(a)

 

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

970.00

     

1,019.36

     

5.83

     

5.97

     

1.17

   

(a) Based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 97.0%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

AUSTRALIA 1.9%

 

Macquarie Group Ltd.

   

124,075

     

6,696,938

   

National Australia Bank Ltd.

   

233,920

     

5,186,827

   

Total

       

11,883,765

   

BELGIUM 1.9%

 

Delhaize Group

   

42,552

     

3,815,682

   

KBC Groep NV

   

127,368

     

8,456,936

   

Total

       

12,272,618

   

CHINA 0.7%

 

Baidu, Inc., ADR(a)

   

28,312

     

4,168,942

   

DENMARK 1.1%

 

Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B

   

124,871

     

6,931,281

   

FRANCE 10.7%

 

Aperam SA(a)

   

144,052

     

4,871,264

   

AXA SA

   

538,998

     

13,593,710

   

BNP Paribas SA

   

226,599

     

14,308,234

   

Casino Guichard Perrachon SA

   

69,427

     

4,393,986

   

CNP Assurances

   

236,109

     

3,643,060

   

Sanofi

   

151,310

     

14,970,614

   

Total SA

   

99,936

     

4,576,005

   

VINCI SA

   

123,164

     

7,934,553

   

Total

       

68,291,426

   

GERMANY 5.6%

 

Allianz SE, Registered Shares

   

84,016

     

13,411,131

   

BASF SE

   

50,302

     

4,053,982

   

Continental AG

   

29,068

     

6,179,608

   

Freenet AG

   

278,475

     

8,865,366

   

Jenoptik AG

   

236,500

     

3,195,279

   

Total

       

35,705,366

   

HONG KONG 1.6%

 

Cheung Kong Property Holding Ltd.(a)

   

581,500

     

4,095,734

   

CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd.

   

466,500

     

6,213,390

   

Total

       

10,309,124

   

IRELAND 1.3%

 

Amarin Corp. PLC, ADR(a)

   

708,567

     

1,565,933

   

Smurfit Kappa Group PLC

   

228,160

     

6,750,228

   

Total

       

8,316,161

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

ISRAEL 1.6%

 
Bezeq Israeli Telecommunication
Corp., Ltd. (The)
   

5,782,327

     

10,389,284

   

ITALY 1.9%

 

Ei Towers SpA

   

141,927

     

8,695,785

   

Esprinet SpA

   

416,915

     

3,712,322

   

Total

       

12,408,107

   

JAPAN 23.1%

 

Alps Electric Co., Ltd.

   

131,500

     

4,109,325

   

Aozora Bank Ltd.

   

1,155,000

     

4,216,628

   

CyberAgent, Inc.

   

166,200

     

6,575,906

   

CYBERDYNE, Inc.(a)

   

123,100

     

1,531,397

   

Daiichikosho Co., Ltd.

   

266,300

     

10,080,020

   

Eisai Co., Ltd.

   

53,100

     

3,617,364

   

Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd.

   

210,700

     

7,365,828

   

Hoya Corp.

   

145,300

     

5,668,932

   

Invincible Investment Corp.

   

10,093

     

5,699,851

   

IT Holdings Corp.

   

146,900

     

3,435,474

   

ITOCHU Corp.

   

583,800

     

7,001,663

   

KDDI Corp.

   

323,100

     

8,017,364

   

Keyence Corp.

   

9,400

     

4,351,436

   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc.

   

1,869,300

     

12,330,240

   

Nakanishi, Inc.

   

125,200

     

4,926,174

   

Nihon M&A Center, Inc.

   

134,800

     

5,485,582

   

Nippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp.

   

135,800

     

5,179,705

   

Nishi-Nippon City Bank Ltd. (The)

   

1,808,000

     

5,009,212

   

ORIX Corp.

   

646,600

     

8,666,659

   

Sony Corp.(a)

   

162,000

     

4,177,331

   

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.

   

180,800

     

7,379,617

   

Tanseisha Co., Ltd.

   

624,250

     

4,356,203

   

Temp Holdings Co., Ltd.

   

132,900

     

5,930,560

   

Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc.

   

175,600

     

7,029,439

   

Toyota Motor Corp.

   

88,600

     

5,236,813

   

Total

       

147,378,723

   

MARSHALL ISLANDS 0.6%

 

Tanker Investments Ltd.(a)

   

328,341

     

4,108,083

   

NETHERLANDS 3.2%

 

ING Groep NV-CVA

   

957,176

     

14,656,034

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Koninklijke Ahold NV

   

288,543

     

5,703,538

   

Total

       

20,359,572

   

NORWAY 5.5%

 

Atea ASA

   

402,289

     

3,513,579

   

BW LPG Ltd.

   

1,467,018

     

9,434,542

   

Kongsberg Automotive ASA(a)

   

10,445,298

     

5,505,301

   

Leroy Seafood Group ASA

   

295,010

     

9,949,807

   

Opera Software ASA

   

876,415

     

5,519,773

   

Spectrum ASA

   

314,864

     

1,141,873

   

Total

       

35,064,875

   

PORTUGAL —%

 
Banco Espirito Santo SA, Registered
Shares(a)(b)(c)
   

2,753,345

     

92,690

   

SINGAPORE 1.4%

 

DBS Group Holdings Ltd.

   

715,700

     

9,020,913

   

SOUTH KOREA 1.9%

 

GS Home Shopping, Inc.

   

19,730

     

3,334,011

   

Hyundai Home Shopping Network Corp.

   

47,927

     

5,203,630

   

LF Corp.

   

133,996

     

3,704,692

   

Total

       

12,242,333

   

SPAIN 4.7%

 

Banco Santander SA

   

911,842

     

5,586,803

   

Cellnex Telecom SAU(a)

   

228,100

     

4,054,447

   

Endesa SA

   

540,991

     

11,230,857

   

Iberdrola SA

   

1,384,375

     

9,406,305

   

Total

       

30,278,412

   

SWEDEN 2.6%

 

Nordea Bank AB

   

908,545

     

10,753,155

   

Saab AB, Class B

   

229,475

     

5,865,626

   

Total

       

16,618,781

   

SWITZERLAND 3.7%

 

Autoneum Holding AG

   

37,716

     

7,105,037

   

Baloise Holding AG, Registered Shares

   

31,663

     

3,878,238

   

Nestlé SA, Registered Shares

   

70,697

     

5,214,603

   

Zurich Insurance Group AG

   

27,681

     

7,608,588

   

Total

       

23,806,466

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

TAIWAN 0.6%

 

Pegatron Corp.

   

1,386,000

     

3,596,714

   

UNITED KINGDOM 19.0%

 

AstraZeneca PLC

   

103,638

     

6,465,885

   

AstraZeneca PLC, ADR

   

104,516

     

3,269,261

   

Aviva PLC

   

981,331

     

7,225,135

   

BHP Billiton PLC

   

609,840

     

10,721,221

   
BP PLC    

1,270,604

     

7,042,659

   

Crest Nicholson Holdings PLC

   

812,169

     

6,829,203

   

DCC PLC

   

63,011

     

4,673,581

   

GlaxoSmithKline PLC

   

302,918

     

6,184,862

   

GW Pharmaceuticals PLC ADR(a)

   

15,604

     

1,659,485

   

HSBC Holdings PLC

   

1,610,715

     

12,730,563

   

Intermediate Capital Group PLC

   

442,704

     

3,601,790

   

John Wood Group PLC

   

676,991

     

6,595,505

   

Optimal Payments PLC(a)

   

2,749,731

     

13,417,891

   

Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Class B

   

816,595

     

21,320,554

   

Vodafone Group PLC

   

1,967,441

     

6,774,768

   

Xchanging PLC

   

1,726,194

     

2,514,390

   

Total

       

121,026,753

   

UNITED STATES 2.4%

 

Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

96,573

     

1,526,819

   

Alkermes PLC(a)

   

25,452

     

1,515,921

   

Arrowhead Research Corp.(a)

   

117,889

     

699,082

   

Celldex Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

30,084

     

446,446

   

Dynavax Technologies Corp.(a)

   

46,732

     

1,325,319

   

Flex Pharma, Inc.(a)

   

101,056

     

1,215,704

   

Insmed, Inc.(a)

   

36,184

     

884,337

   

Novavax, Inc.(a)

   

72,297

     

778,639

   

Puma Biotechnology, Inc.(a)

   

10,154

     

933,356

   

Regulus Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

97,114

     

808,960

   

Stillwater Mining Co.(a)

   

301,841

     

2,882,581

   

TESARO, Inc.(a)

   

15,866

     

816,782

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

9,426

     

1,202,003

   

Total

       

15,035,949

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $617,173,684)
       

619,306,338

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Exchange-Traded Funds 2.5%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

iShares MSCI EAFE ETF

   

264,042

     

15,834,599

   
Total Exchange-Traded Funds
(Cost: $16,938,120)
       

15,834,599

   

Money Market Funds 0.3%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(d)(e)
   

2,078,990

     

2,078,990

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $2,078,990)
       

2,078,990

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $636,190,794)
       

637,219,927

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

1,195,044

   

Net Assets

       

638,414,971

   

Investments in Derivatives

Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts Open at August 31, 2015

Counterparty

 

Exchange Date

  Currency to
be Delivered
 
  Currency to
be Received
 
  Unrealized
Appreciation ($)
  Unrealized
Depreciation ($)
 

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

22,586,000

   

DKK

       

3,390,324

   

USD

       

     

(9,019

)

 

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

28,500,000

   

ILS

       

7,354,271

   

USD

       

84,221

     

   

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

249,426,000

   

JPY

       

2,020,036

   

USD

       

     

(38,877

)

 

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

293,715,000

   

JPY

       

2,436,822

   

USD

       

12,320

     

   

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

12,726,603,000

   

KRW

       

10,700,019

   

USD

       

     

(46,541

)

 

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

224,345,000

   

NOK

       

27,188,719

   

USD

       

92,855

     

   

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

134,883,000

   

TWD

       

4,117,936

   

USD

       

     

(34,674

)

 

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

26,919,026

   

USD

       

36,742,000

   

AUD

       

     

(835,367

)

 

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

13,495,306

   

USD

       

12,981,000

   

CHF

       

     

(44,952

)

 

Morgan Stanley & Co.

 

10/19/2015

   

30,153,899

   

USD

       

19,241,000

   

GBP

       

     

(636,201

)

 

Total

                       

189,396

     

(1,645,631

)

 

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at August 31, 2015 was $92,690, which represents 0.01% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at August 31, 2015 is as follows:

Security Description

 

Acquisition Dates

 

Cost ($)

 

Banco Espirito Santo SA, Registered Shares

 

07/02/2014 - 07/29/2014

   

2,268,800

   

(c)  Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At August 31, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $92,690, which represents 0.01% of net assets.

(d)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments (continued)

(e)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

1,840,282

     

139,983,612

     

(139,744,904

)

   

2,078,990

     

2,126

     

2,078,990

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Currency Legend

AUD  Australian Dollar

CHF  Swiss Franc

DKK  Danish Krone

GBP  British Pound

ILS    Israeli Shekel

JPY  Japanese Yen

KRW  Korean Won

NOK  Norwegian Krone

TWD  Taiwan Dollar

USD  US Dollar

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
 
Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
 
Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 


Total ($)
 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Australia

   

     

11,883,765

     

     

11,883,765

   

Belgium

   

     

12,272,618

     

     

12,272,618

   

China

   

4,168,942

     

     

     

4,168,942

   

Denmark

   

     

6,931,281

     

     

6,931,281

   

France

   

     

68,291,426

     

     

68,291,426

   

Germany

   

     

35,705,366

     

     

35,705,366

   

Hong Kong

   

     

10,309,124

     

     

10,309,124

   

Ireland

   

1,565,933

     

6,750,228

     

     

8,316,161

   

Israel

   

     

10,389,284

     

     

10,389,284

   

Italy

   

     

12,408,107

     

     

12,408,107

   

Japan

   

     

147,378,723

     

     

147,378,723

   

Marshall Islands

   

     

4,108,083

     

     

4,108,083

   

Netherlands

   

     

20,359,572

     

     

20,359,572

   

Norway

   

     

35,064,875

     

     

35,064,875

   

Portugal

   

     

     

92,690

     

92,690

   

Singapore

   

     

9,020,913

     

     

9,020,913

   

South Korea

   

     

12,242,333

     

     

12,242,333

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
 
Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
 
Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 


Total ($)
 

Spain

   

     

30,278,412

     

     

30,278,412

   

Sweden

   

     

16,618,781

     

     

16,618,781

   

Switzerland

   

     

23,806,466

     

     

23,806,466

   

Taiwan

   

     

3,596,714

     

     

3,596,714

   

United Kingdom

   

4,928,746

     

116,098,007

     

     

121,026,753

   

United States

   

15,035,949

     

     

     

15,035,949

   

Total Common Stocks

   

25,699,570

     

593,514,078

     

92,690

     

619,306,338

   

Exchange-Traded Funds

   

15,834,599

     

     

     

15,834,599

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

2,078,990

     

     

2,078,990

   

Total Investments

   

41,534,169

     

595,593,068

     

92,690

     

637,219,927

   

Derivatives

 

Assets

 
Forward Foreign Currency
Exchange Contracts
   

     

189,396

     

     

189,396

   

Liabilities

 
Forward Foreign Currency
Exchange Contracts
   

     

(1,645,631

)

   

     

(1,645,631

)

 

Total

   

41,534,169

     

594,136,833

     

92,690

     

635,763,692

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

1,840,282

     

1,840,282

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

Derivative instruments are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).

The Fund does not hold any significant investments (greater than one percent of net assets) categorized as Level 3.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain common stocks classified as Level 3 securities are valued using the market approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered various factors which may have included, but were not limited to, the halt price of the security, discount rates observed in the market for similar assets as well as the movement in certain foreign or domestic market indices. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement. Generally, a change in observable yields on comparable securities would result in a directionally similar change to discount rates.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $634,111,804)

 

$

635,140,937

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $2,078,990)

   

2,078,990

   

Total investments (identified cost $636,190,794)

   

637,219,927

   

Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

189,396

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

1,993,063

   

Capital shares sold

   

219,990

   

Dividends

   

2,331,391

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

661,488

   

Prepaid expenses

   

5,358

   

Other assets

   

36,624

   

Total assets

   

642,657,237

   

Liabilities

 

Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

1,645,631

   

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

1,718,121

   

Capital shares purchased

   

606,608

   

Investment management fees

   

45,354

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

7,510

   

Transfer agent fees

   

65,388

   

Plan administration fees

   

33

   

Compensation of board members

   

73,159

   

Other expenses

   

80,462

   

Total liabilities

   

4,242,266

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

638,414,971

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

967,511,584

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

8,787,165

   

Accumulated net realized loss

   

(337,351,930

)

 

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

1,029,133

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(104,746

)

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

(1,456,235

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

638,414,971

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

183,258,255

   

Shares outstanding

   

21,855,891

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.38

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

8.89

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

2,961,946

   

Shares outstanding

   

355,056

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.34

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

4,683,311

   

Shares outstanding

   

561,387

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.34

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

297,542,974

   

Shares outstanding

   

35,401,984

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.40

   

Class K

 

Net assets

 

$

144,682

   

Shares outstanding

   

17,237

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.39

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

2,381

   

Shares outstanding

   

285

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

8.36

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

2,382

   

Shares outstanding

   

285

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.36

   

Class W

 

Net assets

 

$

149,246,934

   

Shares outstanding

   

17,814,065

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.38

   

Class Y

 

Net assets

 

$

2,382

   

Shares outstanding

   

285

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

8.37

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

569,724

   

Shares outstanding

   

67,823

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

8.40

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

18,102,893

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

2,126

   

Interest

   

6,513

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(1,657,874

)

 

Total income

   

16,453,658

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

2,977,887

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

243,569

   

Class B

   

21,643

   

Class C

   

24,227

   

Class W

   

247,036

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

235,693

   

Class B

   

5,252

   

Class C

   

5,858

   

Class K

   

42

   

Class R4

   

1

   

Class W

   

239,401

   

Class Z

   

519

   

Plan administration fees

 

Class K

   

210

   

Compensation of board members

   

11,718

   

Custodian fees

   

67,039

   

Printing and postage fees

   

54,554

   

Registration fees

   

50,349

   

Professional fees

   

31,762

   

Other

   

10,496

   

Total expenses

   

4,227,256

   

Expense reductions

   

(15

)

 

Total net expenses

   

4,227,241

   

Net investment income

   

12,226,417

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

9,317,916

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(79,110

)

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

547,700

   

Net realized gain

   

9,786,506

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(38,166,917

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

(16,368

)

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

(2,408,803

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(40,592,088

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(30,805,582

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(18,579,165

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015(a)
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

12,226,417

   

$

18,611,021

   

Net realized gain (loss)

   

9,786,506

     

(13,101,793

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(40,592,088

)

   

(25,761,711

)

 

Net decrease in net assets resulting from operations

   

(18,579,165

)

   

(20,252,483

)

 

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

     

(5,698,627

)

 

Class B

   

     

(132,919

)

 

Class C

   

     

(100,677

)

 

Class I

   

     

(9,764,213

)

 

Class K

   

     

(5,333

)

 

Class W

   

     

(7,425,696

)

 

Class Z

   

     

(18,234

)

 

Tax return of capital

 

Class A

   

     

(100,747

)

 

Class B

   

     

(3,557

)

 

Class C

   

     

(2,345

)

 

Class I

   

     

(134,338

)

 

Class K

   

     

(87

)

 

Class W

   

     

(136,497

)

 

Class Z

   

     

(198

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(23,523,468

)

 

Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(36,150,953

)

   

101,019,321

   

Total increase (decrease) in net assets

   

(54,730,118

)

   

57,243,370

   

Net assets at beginning of period

   

693,145,089

     

635,901,719

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

638,414,971

   

$

693,145,089

   

Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income

 

$

8,787,165

   

$

(3,439,252

)

 

(a) Class R4, Class R5 and Class Y shares are for the period from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015(a)
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(b)

   

1,735,008

     

15,400,910

     

1,411,964

     

12,400,765

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

700,883

     

5,738,989

   

Redemptions

   

(1,632,824

)

   

(14,364,779

)

   

(4,189,888

)

   

(36,618,448

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

102,184

     

1,036,131

     

(2,077,041

)

   

(18,478,694

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

6,850

     

61,580

     

10,775

     

96,521

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

16,564

     

135,736

   

Redemptions(b)

   

(253,874

)

   

(2,253,984

)

   

(477,844

)

   

(4,152,745

)

 

Net decrease

   

(247,024

)

   

(2,192,404

)

   

(450,505

)

   

(3,920,488

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

65,253

     

579,191

     

64,689

     

562,368

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

12,588

     

102,840

   

Redemptions

   

(36,000

)

   

(316,546

)

   

(72,751

)

   

(635,372

)

 

Net increase

   

29,253

     

262,645

     

4,526

     

29,836

   

Class I shares

 

Subscriptions

   

5,430,323

     

48,020,849

     

23,599,773

     

209,476,876

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

1,211,428

     

9,898,464

   

Redemptions

   

(3,090,623

)

   

(27,497,861

)

   

(2,480,943

)

   

(22,188,673

)

 

Net increase

   

2,339,700

     

20,522,988

     

22,330,258

     

197,186,667

   

Class K shares

 

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

652

     

5,340

   

Redemptions

   

(2,620

)

   

(23,294

)

   

(2,230

)

   

(20,293

)

 

Net decrease

   

(2,620

)

   

(23,294

)

   

(1,578

)

   

(14,953

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

285

     

2,500

     

     

   

Net increase

   

285

     

2,500

     

     

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

285

     

2,500

     

     

   

Net increase

   

285

     

2,500

     

     

   

Class W shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,478,822

     

13,027,631

     

4,944,942

     

43,705,233

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

923,496

     

7,562,121

   

Redemptions

   

(7,811,302

)

   

(69,034,619

)

   

(14,729,279

)

   

(125,331,403

)

 

Net decrease

   

(6,332,480

)

   

(56,006,988

)

   

(8,860,841

)

   

(74,064,049

)

 

Class Y shares

 

Subscriptions

   

285

     

2,500

     

     

   

Net increase

   

285

     

2,500

     

     

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

58,344

     

505,743

     

67,306

     

593,280

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

1,363

     

11,141

   

Redemptions

   

(29,764

)

   

(263,274

)

   

(38,970

)

   

(323,419

)

 

Net increase

   

28,580

     

242,469

     

29,699

     

281,002

   

Total net increase (decrease)

   

(4,081,552

)

   

(36,150,953

)

   

10,974,518

     

101,019,321

   

(a) Class R4, Class R5 and Class Y shares are for the period from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.65

   

$

9.20

   

$

7.65

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.15

     

0.20

     

0.19

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.49

)

   

1.49

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.27

)

   

(0.29

)

   

1.68

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.26

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

(0.00

)(b)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.26

)

   

(0.13

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.38

   

$

8.65

   

$

9.20

   

Total return

   

(3.12

%)

   

(2.92

%)

   

22.10

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.42

%(d)

   

1.40

%

   

1.71

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.42

%(d)(f)

   

1.40

%(f)

   

1.41

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

3.31

%(d)

   

2.32

%

   

2.22

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

183,258

   

$

188,171

   

$

219,133

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

   

74

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from February 28, 2013 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.64

   

$

9.18

   

$

7.65

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.12

     

0.15

     

0.14

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.49

)

   

1.47

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.34

)

   

1.61

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.20

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

(0.00

)(b)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.20

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.34

   

$

8.64

   

$

9.18

   

Total return

   

(3.47

%)

   

(3.60

%)

   

21.13

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.17

%(d)

   

2.15

%

   

2.47

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

2.17

%(d)(f)

   

2.15

%(f)

   

2.16

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

2.75

%(d)

   

1.74

%

   

1.66

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2,962

   

$

5,202

   

$

9,662

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

   

74

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from February 28, 2013 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.64

   

$

9.18

   

$

7.65

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.13

     

0.12

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.47

)

   

1.49

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.34

)

   

1.61

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.20

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

(0.00

)(b)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.20

)

   

(0.08

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.34

   

$

8.64

   

$

9.18

   

Total return

   

(3.47

%)

   

(3.60

%)

   

21.13

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.17

%(d)

   

2.16

%

   

2.46

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

2.17

%(d)(f)

   

2.16

%(f)

   

2.16

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

2.55

%(d)

   

1.54

%

   

1.46

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

4,683

   

$

4,597

   

$

4,843

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

   

74

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from February 28, 2013 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.65

   

$

9.20

   

$

7.65

   

$

7.22

   

$

7.87

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.17

     

0.24

     

0.20

     

0.20

     

0.22

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.48

)

   

1.51

     

0.40

     

(0.62

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.24

)

   

1.71

     

0.60

     

(0.40

)

 

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.31

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.25

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

(0.00

)(b)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.31

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.25

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.40

   

$

8.65

   

$

9.20

   

$

7.65

   

$

7.22

   

Total return

   

(2.89

%)

   

(2.43

%)

   

22.55

%

   

8.49

%

   

(4.55

%)

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.92

%(d)

   

0.92

%

   

1.04

%

   

1.33

%

   

1.76

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.92

%(d)

   

0.92

%

   

0.98

%

   

1.07

%

   

0.84

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

3.76

%(d)

   

2.73

%

   

2.36

%

   

2.78

%

   

3.37

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

297,543

   

$

285,957

   

$

98,706

   

$

26,514

   

$

28,376

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

   

74

%

   

63

%

   

46

%

   

96

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from March 31, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class K

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.65

   

$

9.20

   

$

7.65

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.16

     

0.22

     

0.20

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.49

)

   

1.49

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.27

)

   

1.69

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.28

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

(0.00

)(b)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.28

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.39

   

$

8.65

   

$

9.20

   

Total return

   

(3.01

%)

   

(2.73

%)

   

22.25

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.22

%(d)

   

1.22

%

   

1.33

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.22

%(d)

   

1.22

%

   

1.26

%

 

Net investment income

   

3.62

%(d)

   

2.49

%

   

2.39

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

145

   

$

172

   

$

197

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

   

74

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from February 28, 2013 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

Class R4

  Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015(a)
(Unaudited)
 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.78

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(0.45

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.42

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.36

   

Total return

   

(4.78

%)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.16

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.16

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.85

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

Class R5

  Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015(a)
(Unaudited)
 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.78

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(0.45

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.42

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.36

   

Total return

   

(4.78

%)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.95

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.95

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

2.06

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class W

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.64

   

$

9.19

   

$

7.65

   

$

7.22

   

$

7.87

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.15

     

0.21

     

0.19

     

0.17

     

0.22

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.41

)

   

(0.50

)

   

1.48

     

0.42

     

(0.64

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.29

)

   

1.67

     

0.59

     

(0.42

)

 

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.26

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.23

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

(0.00

)(b)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.26

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.23

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.38

   

$

8.64

   

$

9.19

   

$

7.65

   

$

7.22

   

Total return

   

(3.01

%)

   

(2.93

%)

   

21.97

%

   

8.24

%

   

(4.81

%)

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.42

%(d)

   

1.40

%

   

1.63

%

   

1.58

%

   

2.09

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.42

%(d)(f)

   

1.40

%(f)

   

1.41

%(f)

   

1.33

%

   

1.12

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

3.43

%(d)

   

2.41

%

   

2.21

%

   

2.46

%

   

3.24

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

149,247

   

$

208,707

   

$

303,273

   

$

2

   

$

2

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

   

74

%

   

63

%

   

46

%

   

96

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from March 31, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

Class Y

  Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015(a)
(Unaudited)
 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.78

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(0.44

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.41

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.37

   

Total return

   

(4.67

%)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.90

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.90

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

2.11

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

8.66

   

$

9.20

   

$

7.66

   

$

7.23

   

$

8.00

   

$

6.98

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.17

     

0.23

     

0.40

     

0.19

     

0.32

     

0.16

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.43

)

   

(0.48

)

   

1.29

     

0.41

     

(0.85

)

   

1.01

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.25

)

   

1.69

     

0.60

     

(0.53

)

   

1.17

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.29

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.15

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.29

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.15

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

8.40

   

$

8.66

   

$

9.20

   

$

7.66

   

$

7.23

   

$

8.00

   

Total return

   

(3.00

%)

   

(2.56

%)

   

22.19

%

   

8.45

%

   

(6.17

%)

   

17.06

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.17

%(c)

   

1.16

%

   

1.52

%

   

1.32

%

   

1.87

%

   

3.65

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.17

%(c)(e)

   

1.16

%(e)

   

1.21

%(e)

   

1.07

%

   

0.98

%

   

1.15

%(e)

 

Net investment income

   

3.93

%(c)

   

2.64

%

   

4.97

%

   

2.72

%

   

3.80

%

   

2.18

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

570

   

$

340

   

$

88

   

$

2,680

   

$

2,521

   

$

8,690

   

Portfolio turnover

   

41

%

   

74

%

   

63

%

   

46

%

   

96

%

   

48

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Overseas Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus. Class R4 shares commenced operations on July 1, 2015.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans. Class R5 shares commenced operations on July 1, 2015.

Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.

Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus. Class Y shares commenced operations on July 1, 2015.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Security Valuation

All equity securities and exchange-traded funds are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities and exchange-traded funds are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are marked-to-market based upon foreign currency exchange rates provided by a pricing service.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general

supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Derivative Instruments

The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk,

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.

A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.

In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the

event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.

Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.

Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are over-the-counter agreements between two parties to buy and sell a currency at a set price on a future date. The Fund utilized forward foreign currency exchange contracts to hedge the currency exposure associated with some or all of the Fund's securities, to shift investment exposure from one currency to another and to shift U.S. dollar exposure to achieve a representative weighted mix of major currencies in its benchmark and/or to recover an underweight country exposure in its portfolio. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods.

The values of forward foreign currency exchange contracts fluctuate daily with changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Changes in the value of these contracts are recorded as unrealized appreciation or depreciation until the contract is exercised or has expired. The Fund will realize a gain or loss when the forward foreign currency exchange contract is closed or expires.

The use of forward foreign currency exchange contracts does not eliminate fluctuations in the prices of the Fund's portfolio securities. The risks of forward foreign currency exchange contracts include movement in the values of the foreign currencies relative to the U.S. dollar (or other foreign currencies) and the possibility that counterparties will not complete their contractual obligations, which may be in excess of the amount reflected, if any, in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements

The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.

The following table is a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at August 31, 2015:

Asset Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 
Foreign exchange
risk
  Unrealized appreciation on
forward foreign currency
exchange contracts
 

189,396

 

Liability Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 
Foreign exchange
risk
  Unrealized depreciation on
forward foreign currency
exchange contracts
 

1,645,631

 

The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 

Risk Exposure Category

  Forward Foreign
Currency Exchange
Contracts ($)
 

Foreign exchange risk

   

547,700

   
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on
Derivatives Recognized in Income
 

Risk Exposure Category

  Forward Foreign
Currency Exchange
Contracts ($)
 

Foreign exchange risk

   

(2,408,803

)

 

The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Derivative Instrument

  Average Unrealized
Appreciation ($)*
  Average Unrealized
Depreciation ($)*
 
Forward foreign
currency exchange
contracts
   

1,163,558

     

(2,135,079

)

 

*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Offsetting of Assets and Liabilities

The following table presents the Fund's gross and net amount of assets and liabilities available for offset under netting arrangements as well as any related collateral received or pledged by the Fund as of August 31, 2015:

 

Morgan Stanley ($)

 

Assets

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

189,396

   

Liabilities

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

1,645,631

   

Total Financial and Derivative Net Assets

   

(1,456,235

)

 

Total collateral received (pledged) (a)

   

   

Net Amount (b)

   

(1,456,235

)

 

(a) In some instances, the actual collateral received and/or pledged may be more than the amount shown due to overcollateralization.

(b) Represents the net amount due from/ (to) counterparties in the event of default.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result

in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.87% to 0.67% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.86% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,812,605, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $183,269.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,072.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.24

%

 

Class B

   

0.24

   

Class C

   

0.24

   

Class K

   

0.05

   

Class R4

   

0.24

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class W

   

0.24

   

Class Z

   

0.24

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $15.

Plan Administration Fees

Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75% and 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund, respectively.

Although the Fund may pay a distribution fee up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares and a service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares, the aggregate fee shall not exceed 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $82,292 for Class A, $684 for Class B, and $21 for Class C for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the periods disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:

    July 1, 2015
through
June 30, 2016
  Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.46

%

   

1.55

%

 

Class B

   

2.21

     

2.30

   

Class C

   

2.21

     

2.30

   

Class I

   

1.03

     

1.12

   

Class K

   

1.33

     

1.42

   

Class R4*

   

1.21

     

   

Class R5*

   

1.08

     

   

Class W

   

1.46

     

1.55

   

Class Y*

   

1.03

     

   

Class Z

   

1.21

     

1.30

   

*Expense cap rate is contractual beginning July 1, 2015 (the commencement of operations of each share class).

Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund's expense ratio was subject to a voluntary expense reimbursement arrangement pursuant to which fees were waived and/or expenses reimbursed (excluding certain fees and expenses immediately described above), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, did not exceed the annual rates of 1.49% for Class A, 2.24% for Class B, 2.24% for Class C, 1.06% for Class I, 1.36% for Class K, 1.49% for Class W and 1.24% for Class Z.

Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $636,191,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

54,677,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(53,648,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

1,029,000

   

The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of February 28, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:

Year of Expiration

 

Amount ($)

 

2017

   

321,237,467

   

2018

   

3,000,399

   

No expiration — short-term

   

18,309,159

   

Total

   

342,547,025

   

Capital loss carryforwards with no expiration are required to be utilized prior to any capital losses which carry an expiration date. As a result of this ordering rule, capital loss carryforwards which carry an expiration date may be more likely to expire unused.

Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $349,102 at February 28, 2015 as arising on March 1, 2015.

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $280,495,053 and $303,838,200, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Foreign Securities and Emerging Market Countries Risk

Investing in foreign securities may include certain risks and considerations not typically associated with investing in U.S. securities, such as fluctuating currency values and changing local and regional economic, political and social conditions, which may result in greater market volatility. In addition, certain foreign securities may not be as liquid as U.S. securities. Investing in emerging markets may accentuate these risks. These countries are also more likely to experience high levels of inflation, deflation or currency devaluation which could hurt their economies and securities markets. To the extent that the Fund concentrates its investment exposure to any one or a few specific countries, the Fund will be particularly susceptible to the various conditions, events or other factors impacting those countries and may, therefore, have a greater risk than that of a fund which is more geographically diversified.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 98.2% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As

a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Overseas Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Overseas Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no

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COLUMBIA OVERSEAS VALUE FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance was appropriate in light of the particular management style involved and the particular market environment.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Overseas Value Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

6

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

7

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

11

   

Statement of Operations

   

13

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

14

   

Financial Highlights

   

16

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

23

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

31

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

33

   

Important Information About This Report

   

35

   

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia International Opportunities Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -6.04% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), which returned -6.30% during the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

08/01/00

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-6.04

     

-2.39

     

6.37

     

3.97

   

Including sales charges

           

-11.46

     

-8.03

     

5.12

     

3.36

   

Class B

 

08/01/00

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-6.47

     

-3.23

     

5.56

     

3.18

   

Including sales charges

           

-11.15

     

-8.07

     

5.24

     

3.18

   

Class C

 

08/01/00

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-6.40

     

-3.15

     

5.56

     

3.19

   

Including sales charges

           

-7.33

     

-4.12

     

5.56

     

3.19

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-5.83

     

-2.02

     

6.92

     

4.24

   

Class R*

 

01/23/06

   

-6.18

     

-2.64

     

6.10

     

3.71

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.93

     

-2.18

     

6.51

     

4.04

   

Class Z

 

08/01/00

   

-5.89

     

-2.19

     

6.64

     

4.23

   

MSCI EAFE Index (Net)

           

-6.30

     

-7.47

     

7.05

     

3.96

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one class of shares at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The MSCI EAFE Index (Net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure the equity market performance of developed markets, excluding the U.S. and Canada. The index is compiled from a composite of securities markets of Europe, Australasia and the Far East and is widely recognized by investors in foreign markets as the measurement index for portfolios of non-North American securities.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes (except the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), which reflects reinvested dividends net of withholding taxes) or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

Simon Haines, CFA

William Davies

David Dudding, CFA

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

UBS AG (Switzerland)

   

3.1

   

Airbus Group SE (France)

   

2.7

   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (Japan)

   

2.7

   

Roche Holding AG, Genusschein Shares (Switzerland)

   

2.5

   

CSL Ltd. (Australia)

   

2.5

   

Continental AG (Germany)

   

2.5

   

Unilever PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.4

   

Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. (Japan)

   

2.4

   

Wolseley PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.4

   

Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B (Denmark)

   

2.4

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Country Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Australia

   

4.1

   

Belgium

   

1.9

   

Canada

   

1.7

   

Denmark

   

2.3

   

France

   

7.1

   

Germany

   

9.8

   

Hong Kong

   

4.2

   

India

   

0.6

   

Indonesia

   

1.2

   

Ireland

   

2.3

   

Japan

   

31.8

   

Netherlands

   

4.0

   

Spain

   

2.1

   

Switzerland

   

6.5

   

United Kingdom

   

19.5

   

United States(a)

   

0.9

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Country Breakdown is based primarily on issuer's place of organization/incorporation. Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

(a) Includes investments in Money Market Funds.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW (continued)

(Unaudited)

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

16.8

   

Consumer Staples

   

8.3

   

Financials

   

24.4

   

Health Care

   

12.4

   

Industrials

   

18.6

   

Information Technology

   

9.3

   

Materials

   

6.9

   

Telecommunication Services

   

3.3

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the
End of the Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

939.60

     

1,017.94

     

7.11

     

7.39

     

1.45

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

935.30

     

1,014.10

     

10.81

     

11.25

     

2.21

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

936.00

     

1,014.15

     

10.76

     

11.20

     

2.20

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

941.70

     

1,020.12

     

5.01

     

5.21

     

1.02

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

938.20

     

1,016.68

     

8.33

     

8.66

     

1.70

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

940.70

     

1,019.16

     

5.93

     

6.17

     

1.21

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

941.10

     

1,019.21

     

5.89

     

6.12

     

1.20

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 98.0%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

AUSTRALIA 4.1%

 

Ansell Ltd.

   

105,892

     

1,678,959

   

CSL Ltd.

   

40,332

     

2,628,662

   

Total

       

4,307,621

   

BELGIUM 1.9%

 

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

   

18,306

     

2,002,032

   

CANADA 1.7%

 

Methanex Corp.

   

44,266

     

1,811,555

   

DENMARK 2.3%

 

Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B

   

44,676

     

2,479,854

   

FRANCE 7.1%

 

Airbus Group SE

   

44,249

     

2,884,403

   

L'Oreal SA

   

13,311

     

2,280,872

   

Schneider Electric SE

   

36,923

     

2,333,930

   

Total

       

7,499,205

   

GERMANY 9.0%

 

Allianz SE, Registered Shares

   

6,005

     

958,554

   

Bayer AG, Registered Shares

   

14,539

     

1,973,293

   

Brenntag AG

   

34,920

     

1,942,817

   

Continental AG

   

12,136

     

2,580,009

   

Linde AG

   

11,882

     

2,065,343

   

Total

       

9,520,016

   

HONG KONG 4.2%

 

AIA Group Ltd.

   

437,600

     

2,417,783

   

HKT Trust & HKT Ltd.

   

1,138,000

     

1,315,923

   

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd.

   

31,800

     

747,025

   

Total

       

4,480,731

   

INDIA 0.5%

 

Tata Motors Ltd., ADR(a)

   

23,139

     

585,879

   

INDONESIA 1.2%

 

PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia Persero Tbk

   

1,740,500

     

1,317,693

   

IRELAND 2.2%

 

Bank of Ireland(a)

   

6,010,317

     

2,394,291

   

JAPAN 31.8%

 

Capcom Co., Ltd.

   

93,200

     

2,184,592

   

Dentsu, Inc.

   

43,000

     

2,201,311

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Ebara Corp.

   

367,000

     

1,461,259

   

Hitachi High-Technologies Corp.

   

62,100

     

1,391,521

   

Japan Exchange Group, Inc.

   

65,200

     

2,023,174

   

Mazda Motor Corp.

   

127,100

     

2,178,167

   

Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.

   

118,000

     

2,538,279

   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc.

   

425,500

     

2,806,675

   

Nomura Holdings, Inc.

   

267,500

     

1,678,085

   

OSG Corp.

   

94,600

     

1,906,403

   

Rakuten, Inc.

   

70,200

     

1,000,937

   

Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd.

   

25,700

     

789,145

   

SCSK Corp.

   

46,300

     

1,670,887

   

Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.

   

173,000

     

1,905,226

   

Shimano, Inc.

   

16,000

     

2,149,609

   

Tadano Ltd.

   

106,000

     

1,438,031

   

Taiheiyo Cement Corp.

   

699,000

     

2,361,646

   

Yaskawa Electric Corp.

   

182,000

     

2,071,759

   

Total

       

33,756,706

   

NETHERLANDS 4.0%

 
ASML Holding NV    

26,478

     

2,426,901

   

ING Groep NV-CVA

   

119,440

     

1,828,835

   

Total

       

4,255,736

   

SPAIN 2.1%

 

Industria de Diseno Textil SA

   

65,703

     

2,192,690

   

SWITZERLAND 6.5%

 

Roche Holding AG, Genusschein Shares

   

9,794

     

2,674,822

   

Syngenta AG, Registered Shares

   

2,878

     

997,393

   

UBS AG

   

157,574

     

3,265,098

   

Total

       

6,937,313

   

UNITED KINGDOM 19.4%

 
3i Group PLC    

272,983

     

2,043,513

   

AstraZeneca PLC

   

24,827

     

1,564,517

   

Berendsen PLC

   

124,133

     

1,889,612

   

BT Group PLC

   

331,342

     

2,210,445

   

Diageo PLC

   

70,198

     

1,860,034

   

GKN PLC

   

441,720

     

1,961,524

   

Hays PLC

   

983,366

     

2,392,720

   

Legal & General Group PLC

   

433,303

     

1,667,013

   

Unilever PLC

   

63,780

     

2,557,891

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Wolseley PLC

   

38,857

     

2,490,374

   

Total

       

20,637,643

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $110,697,405)
       

104,178,965

   

Preferred Stocks 0.9%

GERMANY 0.9%

 

Volkswagen AG

   

4,766

     

906,515

   
Total Preferred Stocks
(Cost: $1,166,583)
       

906,515

   

Money Market Funds 0.9%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

989,258

     

989,258

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $989,258)
       

989,258

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $112,853,246)
       

106,074,738

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

211,154

   

Net Assets

       

106,285,892

   

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

1,030,338

     

69,905,946

     

(69,947,026

)

   

989,258

     

1,997

     

989,258

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Australia

   

     

4,307,621

     

     

4,307,621

   

Belgium

   

     

2,002,032

     

     

2,002,032

   

Canada

   

1,811,555

     

     

     

1,811,555

   

Denmark

   

     

2,479,854

     

     

2,479,854

   

France

   

     

7,499,205

     

     

7,499,205

   

Germany

   

     

9,520,016

     

     

9,520,016

   

Hong Kong

   

     

4,480,731

     

     

4,480,731

   

India

   

585,879

     

     

     

585,879

   

Indonesia

   

     

1,317,693

     

     

1,317,693

   

Ireland

   

     

2,394,291

     

     

2,394,291

   

Japan

   

     

33,756,706

     

     

33,756,706

   

Netherlands

   

     

4,255,736

     

     

4,255,736

   

Spain

   

     

2,192,690

     

     

2,192,690

   

Switzerland

   

     

6,937,313

     

     

6,937,313

   

United Kingdom

   

     

20,637,643

     

     

20,637,643

   

Total Common Stocks

   

2,397,434

     

101,781,531

     

     

104,178,965

   

Preferred Stocks

 

Germany

   

     

906,515

     

     

906,515

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

989,258

     

     

989,258

   

Total Investments

   

2,397,434

     

103,677,304

     

     

106,074,738

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

1,030,338

     

1,030,338

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $111,863,988)

 

$

105,085,480

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $989,258)

   

989,258

   

Total investments (identified cost $112,853,246)

   

106,074,738

   

Receivable for:

 

Capital shares sold

   

39,692

   

Dividends

   

237,514

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

142,180

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

845

   

Prepaid expenses

   

3,227

   

Other assets

   

25,633

   

Total assets

   

106,523,829

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Capital shares purchased

   

89,168

   

Investment management fees

   

7,662

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

1,748

   

Transfer agent fees

   

21,235

   

Compensation of board members

   

93,034

   

Other expenses

   

25,090

   

Total liabilities

   

237,937

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

106,285,892

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

682,953,220

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

   

(2,953

)

 

Accumulated net realized loss

   

(569,866,907

)

 

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(6,778,508

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

(18,960

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

106,285,892

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

38,008,829

   

Shares outstanding

   

2,910,281

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.06

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

13.86

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

1,054,535

   

Shares outstanding

   

87,918

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

11.99

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

10,245,147

   

Shares outstanding

   

853,606

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.00

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

29,775,701

   

Shares outstanding

   

2,194,820

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.57

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

596,900

   

Shares outstanding

   

46,274

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.90

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

211,800

   

Shares outstanding

   

15,712

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.48

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

26,392,980

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,968,720

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.41

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

834,141

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

1,997

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(76,286

)

 

Total income

   

759,852

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

408,948

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

52,173

   

Class B

   

6,647

   

Class C

   

57,855

   

Class R

   

1,846

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

44,886

   

Class B

   

1,422

   

Class C

   

12,424

   

Class R

   

794

   

Class R4

   

342

   

Class Z

   

31,532

   

Compensation of board members

   

8,952

   

Custodian fees

   

10,511

   

Printing and postage fees

   

20,338

   

Registration fees

   

39,352

   

Professional fees

   

25,961

   

Other

   

8,447

   

Total expenses

   

732,430

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(57,838

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(300

)

 

Total net expenses

   

674,292

   

Net investment income

   

85,560

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

13,076,057

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(52,740

)

 

Net realized gain

   

13,023,317

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(20,304,109

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

1,216

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(20,302,893

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(7,279,576

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(7,194,016

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income (loss)

 

$

85,560

   

$

(345,464

)

 

Net realized gain

   

13,023,317

     

19,360,698

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(20,302,893

)

   

(20,395,317

)

 

Net decrease in net assets resulting from operations

   

(7,194,016

)

   

(1,380,083

)

 

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

     

(134,593

)

 

Class B

   

     

(2,339

)

 

Class C

   

     

(11,388

)

 

Class I

   

     

(6

)

 

Class R

   

     

(1,430

)

 

Class R4

   

     

(519

)

 

Class Z

   

     

(152,742

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(303,017

)

 

Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity

   

26,814,261

     

(100,974,055

)

 

Total increase (decrease) in net assets

   

19,620,245

     

(102,657,155

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

86,665,647

     

189,322,802

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

106,285,892

   

$

86,665,647

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

 

$

(2,953

)

 

$

(88,513

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

311,918

     

4,392,698

     

626,862

     

8,221,851

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

8,531

     

115,341

   

Redemptions

   

(307,734

)

   

(4,298,320

)

   

(4,579,012

)

   

(61,173,536

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

4,184

     

94,378

     

(3,943,619

)

   

(52,836,344

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

3,784

     

49,030

     

573

     

6,876

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

148

     

1,857

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(43,626

)

   

(565,924

)

   

(174,751

)

   

(2,109,347

)

 

Net decrease

   

(39,842

)

   

(516,894

)

   

(174,030

)

   

(2,100,614

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

24,582

     

317,253

     

32,189

     

394,736

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

694

     

8,704

   

Redemptions

   

(80,063

)

   

(1,031,942

)

   

(347,061

)

   

(4,213,401

)

 

Net decrease

   

(55,481

)

   

(714,689

)

   

(314,178

)

   

(3,809,961

)

 

Class I shares

 

Subscriptions

   

2,337,825

     

34,110,562

     

     

   

Redemptions

   

(143,178

)

   

(2,042,054

)

   

(51

)

   

(700

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

2,194,647

     

32,068,508

     

(51

)

   

(700

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

2,467

     

34,298

     

8,440

     

110,557

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

76

     

1,024

   

Redemptions

   

(11,129

)

   

(155,209

)

   

(24,678

)

   

(321,958

)

 

Net decrease

   

(8,662

)

   

(120,911

)

   

(16,162

)

   

(210,377

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

4,239

     

61,549

     

27,506

     

376,035

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

37

     

513

   

Redemptions

   

(21,305

)

   

(309,791

)

   

(11,175

)

   

(153,404

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(17,066

)

   

(248,242

)

   

16,368

     

223,144

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

157,348

     

2,244,405

     

314,532

     

4,275,196

   

Distributions reinvested

   

     

     

8,951

     

123,879

   

Redemptions

   

(416,509

)

   

(5,992,294

)

   

(3,509,255

)

   

(46,638,278

)

 

Net decrease

   

(259,161

)

   

(3,747,889

)

   

(3,185,772

)

   

(42,239,203

)

 

Total net increase (decrease)

   

1,818,619

     

26,814,261

     

(7,617,444

)

   

(100,974,055

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.90

   

$

13.63

   

$

12.04

   

$

11.24

   

$

11.96

   

$

10.00

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.01

     

(0.02

)

   

0.02

     

0.12

     

0.01

     

0.05

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.85

)

   

0.32

(a)

   

1.74

     

0.68

     

(0.73

)

   

2.08

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.84

)

   

0.30

     

1.76

     

0.80

     

(0.72

)

   

2.13

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.17

)

   

     

     

(0.17

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.17

)

   

     

     

(0.17

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.06

   

$

13.90

   

$

13.63

   

$

12.04

   

$

11.24

   

$

11.96

   

Total return

   

(6.04

%)

   

2.18

%

   

14.80

%

   

7.12

%

   

(6.02

%)

   

21.39

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.58

%(c)

   

1.46

%

   

1.41

%(d)

   

1.49

%(d)

   

1.53

%

   

1.51

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.45

%(c)(f)

   

1.44

%(f)

   

1.41

%(d)(f)

   

1.49

%(d)(f)

   

1.53

%(f)

   

1.51

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.16

%(c)

   

(0.18

%)

   

0.16

%

   

1.10

%

   

0.06

%

   

0.47

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

38,009

   

$

40,396

   

$

93,346

   

$

85,963

   

$

99,757

   

$

141,821

   

Portfolio turnover

   

135

%

   

165

%

   

141

%

   

73

%

   

86

%

   

105

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.82

   

$

12.65

   

$

11.26

   

$

10.58

   

$

11.35

   

$

9.51

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.06

)

   

0.04

     

(0.07

)

   

(0.03

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.79

)

   

0.31

(a)

   

1.61

     

0.64

     

(0.70

)

   

1.98

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.83

)

   

0.18

     

1.55

     

0.68

     

(0.77

)

   

1.95

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

     

(0.11

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

     

(0.11

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.99

   

$

12.82

   

$

12.65

   

$

11.26

   

$

10.58

   

$

11.35

   

Total return

   

(6.47

%)

   

1.43

%

   

13.89

%

   

6.43

%

   

(6.78

%)

   

20.50

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.33

%(c)

   

2.22

%

   

2.16

%(d)

   

2.24

%(d)

   

2.27

%

   

2.26

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

2.21

%(c)(f)

   

2.20

%(f)

   

2.16

%(d)(f)

   

2.24

%(d)(f)

   

2.27

%(f)

   

2.26

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.59

%)(c)

   

(1.04

%)

   

(0.47

%)

   

0.40

%

   

(0.65

%)

   

(0.27

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,055

   

$

1,637

   

$

3,816

   

$

5,645

   

$

8,381

   

$

14,862

   

Portfolio turnover

   

135

%

   

165

%

   

141

%

   

73

%

   

86

%

   

105

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.82

   

$

12.65

   

$

11.26

   

$

10.59

   

$

11.36

   

$

9.51

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.06

)

   

0.04

     

(0.07

)

   

(0.03

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.78

)

   

0.32

(a)

   

1.61

     

0.63

     

(0.70

)

   

1.99

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

0.18

     

1.55

     

0.67

     

(0.77

)

   

1.96

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

     

(0.11

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

     

(0.11

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.00

   

$

12.82

   

$

12.65

   

$

11.26

   

$

10.59

   

$

11.36

   

Total return

   

(6.40

%)

   

1.43

%

   

13.89

%

   

6.33

%

   

(6.78

%)

   

20.60

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.33

%(c)

   

2.23

%

   

2.16

%(d)

   

2.24

%(d)

   

2.28

%

   

2.26

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

2.20

%(c)(f)

   

2.20

%(f)

   

2.16

%(d)(f)

   

2.24

%(d)(f)

   

2.28

%(f)

   

2.26

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.60

%)(c)

   

(1.11

%)

   

(0.52

%)

   

0.37

%

   

(0.68

%)

   

(0.30

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

10,245

   

$

11,657

   

$

15,478

   

$

19,402

   

$

25,608

   

$

39,789

   

Portfolio turnover

   

135

%

   

165

%

   

141

%

   

73

%

   

86

%

   

105

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.41

   

$

14.08

   

$

12.40

   

$

11.52

   

$

12.14

   

$

11.18

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.05

     

0.00

(b)

   

0.07

     

0.17

     

0.12

     

(0.01

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.89

)

   

0.37

(c)

   

1.79

     

0.71

     

(0.74

)

   

1.17

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.84

)

   

0.37

     

1.86

     

0.88

     

(0.62

)

   

1.16

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.04

)

   

(0.18

)

   

     

     

(0.20

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.04

)

   

(0.18

)

   

     

     

(0.20

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.57

   

$

14.41

   

$

14.08

   

$

12.40

   

$

11.52

   

$

12.14

   

Total return

   

(5.83

%)

   

2.60

%

   

15.18

%

   

7.64

%

   

(5.11

%)

   

10.44

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.10

%(e)

   

1.09

%

   

0.99

%(f)

   

1.04

%(f)

   

1.12

%

   

1.10

%(e)(f)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.02

%(e)

   

1.07

%

   

0.99

%(f)

   

1.04

%(f)

   

1.12

%(h)

   

1.10

%(e)(f)(h)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.69

%(e)

   

0.01

%

   

0.56

%

   

1.50

%

   

1.00

%

   

(0.24

%)(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

29,776

   

$

2

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

34,072

   

Portfolio turnover

   

135

%

   

165

%

   

141

%

   

73

%

   

86

%

   

105

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.75

   

$

13.51

   

$

11.96

   

$

11.19

   

$

11.94

   

$

9.99

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.00

)(a)

   

0.10

     

(0.02

)

   

0.01

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.84

)

   

0.34

(b)

   

1.71

     

0.67

     

(0.73

)

   

2.09

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.85

)

   

0.26

     

1.71

     

0.77

     

(0.75

)

   

2.10

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.02

)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

     

(0.15

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.02

)

   

(0.16

)

   

     

     

(0.15

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.90

   

$

13.75

   

$

13.51

   

$

11.96

   

$

11.19

   

$

11.94

   

Total return

   

(6.18

%)

   

1.94

%

   

14.51

%

   

6.88

%

   

(6.28

%)

   

21.08

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.83

%(d)

   

1.73

%

   

1.66

%(e)

   

1.74

%(e)

   

1.77

%

   

1.76

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.70

%(d)(g)

   

1.70

%(g)

   

1.66

%(e)(g)

   

1.74

%(e)(g)

   

1.77

%(g)

   

1.76

%(e)(g)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.13

%)(d)

   

(0.61

%)

   

(0.04

%)

   

0.88

%

   

(0.17

%)

   

0.12

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

597

   

$

755

   

$

960

   

$

1,067

   

$

1,640

   

$

3,020

   

Portfolio turnover

   

135

%

   

165

%

   

141

%

   

73

%

   

86

%

   

105

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.33

   

$

14.02

   

$

12.36

   

$

11.17

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.03

     

(0.03

)

   

0.01

     

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.88

)

   

0.37

(b)

   

1.83

     

1.16

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.85

)

   

0.34

     

1.84

     

1.19

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.18

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.18

)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.48

   

$

14.33

   

$

14.02

   

$

12.36

   

Total return

   

(5.93

%)

   

2.45

%

   

15.04

%

   

10.65

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.33

%(d)

   

1.25

%

   

1.16

%(e)

   

1.15

%(d)(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.21

%(d)(g)

   

1.21

%(g)

   

1.16

%(e)(g)

   

1.15

%(d)(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.35

%(d)

   

(0.22

%)

   

0.09

%

   

0.93

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

212

   

$

470

   

$

230

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

135

%

   

165

%

   

141

%

   

73

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.25

   

$

13.94

   

$

12.30

   

$

11.44

   

$

12.15

   

$

10.15

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.03

     

(0.01

)

   

0.12

     

0.16

     

0.04

     

0.07

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.87

)

   

0.35

(a)

   

1.69

     

0.70

     

(0.75

)

   

2.13

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.84

)

   

0.34

     

1.81

     

0.86

     

(0.71

)

   

2.20

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.17

)

   

     

     

(0.20

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.17

)

   

     

     

(0.20

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.41

   

$

14.25

   

$

13.94

   

$

12.30

   

$

11.44

   

$

12.15

   

Total return

   

(5.89

%)

   

2.46

%

   

14.94

%

   

7.52

%

   

(5.84

%)

   

21.75

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.33

%(c)

   

1.22

%

   

1.15

%(d)

   

1.24

%(d)

   

1.28

%

   

1.26

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.20

%(c)(f)

   

1.20

%(f)

   

1.15

%(d)(f)

   

1.24

%(d)(f)

   

1.28

%(f)

   

1.26

%(d)(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.41

%(c)

   

(0.11

%)

   

0.93

%

   

1.40

%

   

0.38

%

   

0.67

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

26,393

   

$

31,748

   

$

75,489

   

$

253,916

   

$

456,645

   

$

945,793

   

Portfolio turnover

   

135

%

   

165

%

   

141

%

   

73

%

   

86

%

   

105

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia International Opportunities Fund formerly known as Columbia Marsico International Opportunities Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust. Effective May 1, 2015, Columbia Marsico International Opportunities Fund was renamed to Columbia International Opportunities Fund.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class R, Class R4 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the

NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.87% to 0.67% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.87% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $226,849, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $22,972.

Subadvisory Agreement

Prior to May 1, 2015, the Investment Manager entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Marsico Capital Management, LLC (Marsico) to serve as the subadviser to the Fund. The Investment Manager compensated Marsico to manage the investment of the Fund's assets. Effective May 1, 2015, Marsico no longer serves as the subadviser to the Fund and the Investment Manager has assumed the day-to-day portfolio management of the Fund.

Participating Affiliates

The Investment Manager and its investment advisory affiliates (Participating Affiliates) around the world may coordinate in providing services to their clients. Such coordination may include functional leadership of the business (the "Global" business). From time to time the Investment Manager (or any affiliated investment subadviser to the Fund, as the case may be) may engage its Participating Affiliates to provide a variety of services such as investment research, investment monitoring, trading and discretionary investment management (including portfolio management) to certain accounts managed by the Investment Manager, including the Fund. These Participating Affiliates will provide services to the Investment Manager (or any affiliated investment subadviser to the Fund as the case may be) either pursuant to subadvisory agreements, personnel-sharing agreements or similar inter-company arrangements and the Fund will pay no additional fees and expenses as a result of any such arrangements.

These Participating Affiliates, like the Investment Manager, are direct or indirect subsidiaries of Ameriprise Financial and are registered with appropriate respective regulators in their home jurisdictions and, where required, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in the United States.

Pursuant to some of these arrangements, certain employees of these Participating Affiliates may serve as "associated persons" of the Investment Manager and, in this capacity, subject to the oversight and supervision of the Investment Manager and consistent with the investment objectives, policies and limitations set forth in the Fund's prospectus and Statement of Additional Information (SAI), may provide such services to the Fund on behalf of the Investment Manager.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $641.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency

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services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.22

%

 

Class B

   

0.21

   

Class C

   

0.22

   

Class R

   

0.22

   

Class R4

   

0.21

   

Class Z

   

0.22

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $300.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and

shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75% and 0.50% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class R shares of the Fund, respectively.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $16,325 for Class A, $8 for Class B and $1 for Class C.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.42

%

   

1.47

%

 

Class B

   

2.17

     

2.22

   

Class C

   

2.17

     

2.22

   

Class I

   

1.02

     

1.09

   

Class R

   

1.67

     

1.72

   

Class R4

   

1.17

     

1.22

   

Class Z

   

1.17

     

1.22

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the

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arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $112,853,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

1,610,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(8,388,000

)

 

Net unrealized depreciation

 

$

(6,778,000

)

 

The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of February 28, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:

Year of Expiration

 

Amount ($)

 

2017

   

160,687,779

   

2018

   

420,548,594

   

Total

   

581,236,373

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns

for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $148,557,757 and $122,742,262, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the

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financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

Foreign Securities and Emerging Market Countries Risk

Investing in foreign securities may include certain risks and considerations not typically associated with investing in U.S. securities, such as fluctuating currency values and changing local and regional economic, political and social conditions, which may result in greater market volatility. In addition, certain foreign securities may not be as liquid as U.S. securities. Investing in emerging markets may accentuate these risks. These countries are also more likely to experience high levels of inflation, deflation or currency devaluation which could hurt their economies and securities markets. To the extent that the Fund concentrates its investment exposure to any one or a few specific countries, the Fund will be particularly susceptible to the various conditions, events or other factors impacting those countries and may, therefore, have a greater risk than that of a fund which is more geographically diversified.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 14.1% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 37.4% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the

Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with

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the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia International Opportunities Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia International Opportunities Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia International Opportunities Fund

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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

13

   

Statement of Operations

   

15

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

16

   

Financial Highlights

   

18

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

26

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

36

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

38

   

Important Information About This Report

   

41

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

 

 

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia International Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -3.00% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net), which returned -7.56% for the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

12/27/95

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.00

     

-5.95

     

5.93

     

3.52

   

Including sales charges

           

-8.56

     

-11.39

     

4.68

     

2.91

   

Class B

 

05/22/98

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.38

     

-6.65

     

5.14

     

2.76

   

Including sales charges

           

-8.21

     

-11.21

     

4.81

     

2.76

   

Class C

 

06/15/98

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.39

     

-6.67

     

5.13

     

2.74

   

Including sales charges

           

-4.36

     

-7.58

     

5.13

     

2.74

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-2.82

     

-5.59

     

5.57

     

3.34

   

Class R*

 

09/27/10

   

-3.17

     

-6.20

     

5.64

     

3.23

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-2.90

     

-5.70

     

6.10

     

3.60

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-2.82

     

-5.59

     

6.14

     

3.62

   

Class Z

 

12/27/95

   

-2.86

     

-5.69

     

6.19

     

3.77

   

MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net)

           

-7.56

     

-10.64

     

6.20

     

3.20

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net) is a subset of the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), and constituents of the index include securities from Europe, Australasia and the Far East. The index generally represents approximately 50% of the free float-adjusted market capitalization of the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), and consists of those securities classified by MSCI Inc. as most representing the value style, such as, higher book value-to-price ratios, higher forward earnings-to-price ratios, higher dividend yields and lower forecasted growth rates than securities representing the growth style.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes (except the MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net), which reflects reinvested dividends net of withholding taxes) or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Class B (United Kingdom)

   

3.5

   

Sanofi (France)

   

2.5

   

ING Groep NV-CVA (Netherlands)

   

2.4

   

BNP Paribas SA (France)

   

2.3

   

AXA SA (France)

   

2.2

   

Allianz SE, Registered Shares (Germany)

   

2.2

   

Optimal Payments PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.1

   

HSBC Holdings PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.0

   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (Japan)

   

2.0

   

Endesa SA (Spain)

   

1.8

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Management

Fred Copper, CFA

Daisuke Nomoto, CMA (SAAJ)

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW (continued)

(Unaudited)

Country Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Australia

   

1.9

   

Belgium

   

2.0

   

China

   

0.7

   

Denmark

   

1.1

   

France

   

11.0

   

Germany

   

5.7

   

Hong Kong

   

1.7

   

Ireland

   

1.3

   

Israel

   

1.7

   

Italy

   

2.0

   

Japan

   

23.3

   

Marshall Islands

   

0.7

   

Netherlands

   

3.3

   

Norway

   

5.7

   

Portugal

   

0.0

(a)

 

Singapore

   

1.4

   

South Korea

   

1.9

   

Spain

   

4.7

   

Sweden

   

2.6

   

Switzerland

   

3.8

   

Taiwan

   

0.6

   

United Kingdom

   

19.3

   

United States(b)

   

3.6

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Country Breakdown is based primarily on issuer's place of organization/incorporation. Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

(a) Rounds to zero.

(b) Includes investments in Money Market Funds and Exchange-Traded Funds.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

11.5

   

Consumer Staples

   

4.7

   

Energy

   

8.8

   

Financials

   

31.5

   

Health Care

   

11.1

   

Industrials

   

7.7

   

Information Technology

   

9.7

   

Materials

   

4.7

   

Telecommunication Services

   

7.0

   

Utilities

   

3.3

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

970.00

     

1,018.05

     

7.12

     

7.29

     

1.43

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

966.20

     

1,014.25

     

10.83

     

11.10

     

2.18

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

966.10

     

1,014.25

     

10.83

     

11.10

     

2.18

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

971.80

     

1,020.02

     

5.18

     

5.31

     

1.04

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

968.30

     

1,016.73

     

8.41

     

8.61

     

1.69

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

971.00

     

1,019.31

     

5.88

     

6.02

     

1.18

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

971.80

     

1,019.81

     

5.38

     

5.51

     

1.08

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

971.40

     

1,019.31

     

5.88

     

6.02

     

1.18

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 98.4%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

AUSTRALIA 1.9%

 

Macquarie Group Ltd.

   

33,677

     

1,817,713

   

National Australia Bank Ltd.

   

66,360

     

1,471,434

   

Total

       

3,289,147

   

BELGIUM 1.9%

 

Delhaize Group

   

11,644

     

1,044,130

   

KBC Groep NV

   

34,535

     

2,293,043

   

Total

       

3,337,173

   

CHINA 0.7%

 

Baidu, Inc., ADR(a)

   

7,830

     

1,152,967

   

DENMARK 1.1%

 

Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B

   

33,585

     

1,864,220

   

FRANCE 11.0%

 

Aperam SA(a)

   

39,398

     

1,332,283

   

AXA SA

   

149,505

     

3,770,566

   

BNP Paribas SA

   

63,126

     

3,985,991

   

Casino Guichard Perrachon SA

   

18,923

     

1,197,623

   

CNP Assurances

   

65,955

     

1,017,657

   

Sanofi

   

42,217

     

4,176,951

   

Total SA

   

26,989

     

1,235,809

   

VINCI SA

   

33,751

     

2,174,330

   

Total

       

18,891,210

   

GERMANY 5.7%

 

Allianz SE, Registered Shares

   

23,304

     

3,719,922

   

BASF SE

   

13,568

     

1,093,484

   

Continental AG

   

7,680

     

1,632,702

   

Freenet AG

   

77,137

     

2,455,688

   

Jenoptik AG

   

64,653

     

873,507

   

Total

       

9,775,303

   

HONG KONG 1.7%

 

Cheung Kong Property Holding Ltd.(a)

   

162,500

     

1,144,552

   

CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd.

   

130,000

     

1,731,491

   

Total

       

2,876,043

   

IRELAND 1.3%

 

Amarin Corp. PLC, ADR(a)

   

190,702

     

421,451

   

Smurfit Kappa Group PLC

   

63,540

     

1,879,863

   

Total

       

2,301,314

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

ISRAEL 1.7%

 
Bezeq Israeli Telecommunication
Corp., Ltd. (The)
   

1,609,605

     

2,892,027

   

ITALY 2.0%

 

Ei Towers SpA

   

39,665

     

2,430,252

   

Esprinet SpA

   

112,106

     

998,221

   

Total

       

3,428,473

   

JAPAN 23.2%

 

Alps Electric Co., Ltd.

   

35,600

     

1,112,486

   

Aozora Bank Ltd.

   

315,000

     

1,149,989

   

CyberAgent, Inc.

   

45,248

     

1,790,292

   

CYBERDYNE, Inc.(a)

   

34,000

     

422,969

   

Daiichikosho Co., Ltd.

   

72,200

     

2,732,923

   

Eisai Co., Ltd.

   

14,400

     

980,980

   

Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd.

   

57,900

     

2,024,117

   

Hoya Corp.

   

36,300

     

1,416,258

   

Invincible Investment Corp.

   

2,709

     

1,529,862

   

IT Holdings Corp.

   

39,800

     

930,782

   

ITOCHU Corp.

   

162,200

     

1,945,306

   

KDDI Corp.

   

87,400

     

2,168,733

   

Keyence Corp.

   

2,600

     

1,203,589

   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc.

   

512,431

     

3,380,087

   

Nakanishi, Inc.

   

35,400

     

1,392,864

   

Nihon M&A Center, Inc.

   

36,200

     

1,473,131

   

Nippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp.

   

36,400

     

1,388,375

   

Nishi-Nippon City Bank Ltd. (The)

   

489,000

     

1,354,814

   

ORIX Corp.

   

178,000

     

2,385,811

   

Sony Corp.(a)

   

44,600

     

1,150,055

   

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.

   

49,142

     

2,005,803

   

Tanseisha Co., Ltd.

   

168,750

     

1,177,588

   

Temp Holdings Co., Ltd.

   

35,700

     

1,593,085

   

Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc.

   

47,300

     

1,893,465

   

Toyota Motor Corp.

   

23,300

     

1,377,176

   

Total

       

39,980,540

   

MARSHALL ISLANDS 0.7%

 

Tanker Investments Ltd.(a)

   

91,405

     

1,143,626

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

NETHERLANDS 3.3%

 

ING Groep NV-CVA

   

265,604

     

4,066,861

   

Koninklijke Ahold NV

   

77,525

     

1,532,412

   

Total

       

5,599,273

   

NORWAY 5.6%

 

Atea ASA

   

113,582

     

992,022

   

BW LPG Ltd.

   

405,824

     

2,609,895

   

Kongsberg Automotive ASA(a)

   

2,893,506

     

1,525,052

   

Leroy Seafood Group ASA

   

81,475

     

2,747,909

   

Opera Software ASA

   

242,075

     

1,524,619

   

Spectrum ASA

   

84,524

     

306,531

   

Total

       

9,706,028

   

PORTUGAL — %

 
Banco Espirito Santo SA,
Registered Shares(a)(b)(c)
   

829,472

     

27,924

   

SINGAPORE 1.4%

 

DBS Group Holdings Ltd.

   

195,000

     

2,457,843

   

SOUTH KOREA 1.9%

 

GS Home Shopping, Inc.

   

5,274

     

891,210

   

Hyundai Home Shopping Network Corp.

   

13,114

     

1,423,841

   

LF Corp.

   

36,562

     

1,010,858

   

Total

       

3,325,909

   

SPAIN 4.7%

 

Banco Santander SA

   

244,094

     

1,495,550

   

Cellnex Telecom SAU(a)

   

61,004

     

1,084,338

   

Endesa SA

   

145,454

     

3,019,594

   

Iberdrola SA

   

373,155

     

2,535,447

   

Total

       

8,134,929

   

SWEDEN 2.6%

 

Nordea Bank AB

   

245,216

     

2,902,273

   

Saab AB, Class B

   

61,236

     

1,565,257

   

Total

       

4,467,530

   

SWITZERLAND 3.8%

 

Autoneum Holding AG

   

10,479

     

1,974,061

   

Baloise Holding AG, Registered Shares

   

8,482

     

1,038,917

   

Nestlé SA, Registered Shares

   

19,210

     

1,416,927

   

Zurich Insurance Group AG

   

7,560

     

2,077,993

   

Total

       

6,507,898

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

TAIWAN 0.6%

 

Pegatron Corp.

   

376,000

     

975,732

   

UNITED KINGDOM 19.2%

 

AstraZeneca PLC

   

27,938

     

1,743,028

   

AstraZeneca PLC, ADR

   

28,230

     

883,034

   

Aviva PLC

   

266,471

     

1,961,916

   

BHP Billiton PLC

   

166,792

     

2,932,267

   
BP PLC    

352,781

     

1,955,382

   

Crest Nicholson Holdings PLC

   

223,067

     

1,875,681

   

DCC PLC

   

17,272

     

1,281,080

   

GlaxoSmithKline PLC

   

82,848

     

1,691,558

   

GW Pharmaceuticals PLC ADR(a)

   

4,338

     

461,346

   

HSBC Holdings PLC

   

439,210

     

3,471,372

   

Intermediate Capital Group PLC

   

118,117

     

960,987

   

John Wood Group PLC

   

186,092

     

1,812,979

   

Optimal Payments PLC(a)

   

737,703

     

3,599,777

   

Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Class B

   

226,117

     

5,903,710

   

Vodafone Group PLC

   

547,879

     

1,886,589

   

Xchanging PLC

   

473,193

     

689,257

   

Total

       

33,109,963

   

UNITED STATES 2.4%

 

Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

25,829

     

408,356

   

Alkermes PLC(a)

   

6,850

     

407,986

   

Arrowhead Research Corp.(a)

   

32,526

     

192,879

   

Celldex Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

8,250

     

122,430

   

Dynavax Technologies Corp.(a)

   

12,691

     

359,917

   

Flex Pharma, Inc.(a)

   

27,488

     

330,681

   

Insmed, Inc.(a)

   

9,706

     

237,215

   

Novavax, Inc.(a)

   

19,349

     

208,389

   

Puma Biotechnology, Inc.(a)

   

2,798

     

257,192

   

Regulus Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

26,374

     

219,695

   

Stillwater Mining Co.(a)

   

81,256

     

775,995

   

TESARO, Inc.(a)

   

4,368

     

224,865

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

2,528

     

322,370

   

Total

       

4,067,970

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $177,562,164)
       

169,313,042

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Exchange-Traded Funds 0.5%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

iShares MSCI EAFE ETF

   

16,249

     

974,453

   
Total Exchange-Traded Funds
(Cost: $1,099,696)
       

974,453

   

Money Market Funds 0.7%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(d)(e)
   

1,179,319

     

1,179,319

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $1,179,319)
       

1,179,319

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $179,841,179)
       

171,466,814

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

652,377

   

Net Assets

       

172,119,191

   

Investments in Derivatives

Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts Open at August 31, 2015

Counterparty

 

Exchange Date

  Currency to
be Delivered
 
  Currency to
be Received
      Unrealized
Appreciation ($)
  Unrealized
Depreciation ($)
 

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

5,455,000

   

DKK

       

819,192

   

USD

       

     

(1,821

)

 

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

7,996,000

   

ILS

       

2,062,788

   

USD

       

23,092

     

   

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

33,470,000

   

JPY

       

271,105

   

USD

       

     

(5,177

)

 

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

78,976,000

   

JPY

       

655,128

   

USD

       

3,213

     

   

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

3,415,501,000

   

KRW

       

2,873,066

   

USD

       

     

(11,041

)

 

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

62,439,000

   

NOK

       

7,575,111

   

USD

       

33,874

     

   

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

36,178,000

   

TWD

       

1,105,685

   

USD

       

     

(8,119

)

 

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

7,309,020

   

USD

       

9,982,000

   

AUD

       

     

(222,659

)

 

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

3,803,645

   

USD

       

3,658,000

   

CHF

       

     

(13,383

)

 

Toronto Dominion

 

10/19/15

   

8,093,331

   

USD

       

5,164,000

   

GBP

       

     

(171,217

)

 

Total

                       

60,179

     

(433,417

)

 

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at August 31, 2015 was $27,924, which represents 0.02% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at August 31, 2015 is as follows:

Security Description

 

Acquisition Dates

 

Cost ($)

 

Banco Espirito Santo SA, Registered Shares

 

07/02/2014 - 07/29/2014

   

684,429

   

(c)  Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At August 31, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $27,924, which represents 0.02% of net assets.

(d)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments (continued)

(e)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

     

27,720,367

     

(26,541,048

)

   

1,179,319

     

602

     

1,179,319

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Currency Legend

AUD  Australian Dollar

CHF  Swiss Franc

DKK  Danish Krone

GBP  British Pound

ILS  Israeli Shekel

JPY  Japanese Yen

KRW  Korean Won

NOK  Norwegian Krone

TWD  Taiwan Dollar

USD  US Dollar

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Australia

   

     

3,289,147

     

     

3,289,147

   

Belgium

   

     

3,337,173

     

     

3,337,173

   

China

   

1,152,967

     

     

     

1,152,967

   

Denmark

   

     

1,864,220

     

     

1,864,220

   

France

   

     

18,891,210

     

     

18,891,210

   

Germany

   

     

9,775,303

     

     

9,775,303

   

Hong Kong

   

     

2,876,043

     

     

2,876,043

   

Ireland

   

421,451

     

1,879,863

     

     

2,301,314

   

Israel

   

     

2,892,027

     

     

2,892,027

   

Italy

   

     

3,428,473

     

     

3,428,473

   

Japan

   

     

39,980,540

     

     

39,980,540

   

Marshall Islands

   

     

1,143,626

     

     

1,143,626

   

Netherlands

   

     

5,599,273

     

     

5,599,273

   

Norway

   

     

9,706,028

     

     

9,706,028

   

Portugal

   

     

     

27,924

     

27,924

   

Singapore

   

     

2,457,843

     

     

2,457,843

   

South Korea

   

     

3,325,909

     

     

3,325,909

   

Spain

   

     

8,134,929

     

     

8,134,929

   

Sweden

   

     

4,467,530

     

     

4,467,530

   

Switzerland

   

     

6,507,898

     

     

6,507,898

   

Taiwan

   

     

975,732

     

     

975,732

   

United Kingdom

   

1,344,380

     

31,765,583

     

     

33,109,963

   

United States

   

4,067,970

     

     

     

4,067,970

   

Total Common Stocks

   

6,986,768

     

162,298,350

     

27,924

     

169,313,042

   

Exchange-Traded Funds

   

974,453

     

     

     

974,453

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

1,179,319

     

     

1,179,319

   

Total Investments

   

7,961,221

     

163,477,669

     

27,924

     

171,466,814

   

Derivatives

 

Assets

 

Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

   

     

60,179

     

     

60,179

   

Liabilities

 

Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

   

     

(433,417

)

   

     

(433,417

)

 

Total

   

7,961,221

     

163,104,431

     

27,924

     

171,093,576

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

There were no transfers of financial assets between levels during the period.

Derivative instruments are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).

The Fund does not hold any significant investments (greater than one percent of net assets) categorized as Level 3.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain common stocks classified as Level 3 securities are valued using the market approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered various factors which may have included, but were not limited to, the closing prices of similar securities from the issuer and quoted bids from market participants. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) valuation measurement.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $178,661,860)

 

$

170,287,495

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $1,179,319)

   

1,179,319

   

Total investments (identified cost $179,841,179)

   

171,466,814

   

Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

60,179

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

573,112

   

Capital shares sold

   

150,511

   

Dividends

   

639,921

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

584,829

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

410

   

Prepaid expenses

   

3,593

   

Other assets

   

30,517

   

Total assets

   

173,509,886

   

Liabilities

 

Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

433,417

   

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

460,930

   

Capital shares purchased

   

256,920

   

Investment management fees

   

12,381

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

3,183

   

Transfer agent fees

   

44,524

   

Compensation of board members

   

132,302

   

Other expenses

   

47,038

   

Total liabilities

   

1,390,695

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

172,119,191

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

718,956,790

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

2,282,704

   

Accumulated net realized loss

   

(540,293,628

)

 

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(8,374,365

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

(79,072

)

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

(373,238

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

172,119,191

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

71,559,757

   

Shares outstanding

   

5,110,152

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.00

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

14.85

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

180,774

   

Shares outstanding

   

13,480

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.41

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

20,255,487

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,515,817

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.36

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,257

   

Shares outstanding

   

166

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

13.59

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

227,472

   

Shares outstanding

   

16,245

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.00

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

2,879,675

   

Shares outstanding

   

200,960

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.33

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

4,547,121

   

Shares outstanding

   

317,528

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.32

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

72,466,648

   

Shares outstanding

   

5,108,261

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

14.19

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

4,924,464

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

602

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(444,383

)

 

Total income

   

4,480,683

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

817,376

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

98,749

   

Class B

   

1,193

   

Class C

   

112,288

   

Class R

   

607

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

78,924

   

Class B

   

238

   

Class C

   

22,446

   

Class R

   

243

   

Class R4

   

2,696

   

Class R5

   

1,081

   

Class Z

   

78,884

   

Compensation of board members

   

11,119

   

Custodian fees

   

28,542

   

Printing and postage fees

   

23,761

   

Registration fees

   

45,753

   

Professional fees

   

27,233

   

Line of credit interest expense

   

795

   

Other

   

6,266

   

Total expenses

   

1,358,194

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(38,414

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(560

)

 

Total net expenses

   

1,319,220

   

Net investment income

   

3,161,463

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

5,679,085

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(92,531

)

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

132,687

   

Net realized gain

   

5,719,241

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(13,507,350

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

74,015

   

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

(631,591

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(14,064,926

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(8,345,685

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(5,184,222

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

3,161,463

   

$

5,465,187

   

Net realized gain

   

5,719,241

     

13,553,148

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(14,064,926

)

   

(27,575,757

)

 

Net decrease in net assets resulting from operations

   

(5,184,222

)

   

(8,557,422

)

 

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(146,671

)

   

(3,697,826

)

 

Class B

   

(180

)

   

(10,683

)

 

Class C

   

(18,186

)

   

(777,041

)

 

Class I

   

(6

)

   

(106

)

 

Class R

   

(328

)

   

(8,896

)

 

Class R4

   

(6,045

)

   

(104,695

)

 

Class R5

   

(10,305

)

   

(47,879

)

 

Class Z

   

(176,052

)

   

(3,996,745

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(357,773

)

   

(8,643,871

)

 

Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(10,206,076

)

   

(67,334,364

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements (Note 6)

   

66,145

     

   

Total decrease in net assets

   

(15,681,926

)

   

(84,535,657

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

187,801,117

     

272,336,774

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

172,119,191

   

$

187,801,117

   

Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income

 

$

2,282,704

   

$

(520,986

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

703,400

     

10,326,846

     

1,011,605

     

14,742,889

   

Distributions reinvested

   

7,074

     

107,037

     

194,023

     

2,775,884

   

Redemptions

   

(1,362,828

)

   

(19,936,072

)

   

(2,748,762

)

   

(40,415,599

)

 

Net decrease

   

(652,354

)

   

(9,502,189

)

   

(1,543,134

)

   

(22,896,826

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

3,071

     

44,046

     

647

     

9,424

   

Distributions reinvested

   

11

     

165

     

670

     

9,296

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(8,120

)

   

(116,203

)

   

(13,105

)

   

(182,047

)

 

Net decrease

   

(5,038

)

   

(71,992

)

   

(11,788

)

   

(163,327

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

63,649

     

903,976

     

177,327

     

2,490,130

   

Distributions reinvested

   

828

     

11,969

     

38,021

     

522,484

   

Redemptions

   

(153,379

)

   

(2,150,844

)

   

(404,112

)

   

(5,669,227

)

 

Net decrease

   

(88,902

)

   

(1,234,899

)

   

(188,764

)

   

(2,656,613

)

 

Class I shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(13

)

   

(197

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(13

)

   

(197

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

9,364

     

138,275

     

6,241

     

91,361

   

Distributions reinvested

   

22

     

328

     

626

     

8,896

   

Redemptions

   

(11,127

)

   

(154,928

)

   

(2,072

)

   

(30,083

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(1,741

)

   

(16,325

)

   

4,795

     

70,174

   

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

45,479

     

677,099

     

108,014

     

1,602,547

   

Distributions reinvested

   

390

     

6,039

     

7,238

     

104,595

   

Redemptions

   

(25,755

)

   

(384,954

)

   

(64,715

)

   

(940,624

)

 

Net increase

   

20,114

     

298,184

     

50,537

     

766,518

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

454,840

     

6,733,387

     

5,257

     

80,287

   

Distributions reinvested

   

666

     

10,299

     

3,266

     

47,776

   

Redemptions

   

(162,004

)

   

(2,392,791

)

   

(198,036

)

   

(3,025,348

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

293,502

     

4,350,895

     

(189,513

)

   

(2,897,285

)

 

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

508,754

     

7,579,170

     

1,474,144

     

22,311,927

   

Distributions reinvested

   

9,282

     

142,197

     

231,084

     

3,350,698

   

Redemptions

   

(786,510

)

   

(11,751,117

)

   

(4,332,826

)

   

(65,219,433

)

 

Net decrease

   

(268,474

)

   

(4,029,750

)

   

(2,627,598

)

   

(39,556,808

)

 

Total net decrease

   

(702,893

)

   

(10,206,076

)

   

(4,505,478

)

   

(67,334,364

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. The per share amounts and percentages reflect income and expenses assuming inclusion of the Fund's proportionate share of the income and expenses of Columbia International Value Master Portfolio for all periods prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone fund after the close of business on December 13, 2013. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.46

   

$

15.55

   

$

12.85

   

$

13.14

   

$

15.12

   

$

13.48

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.25

     

0.34

     

0.41

     

0.39

     

0.39

     

0.22

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.69

)

   

(0.85

)

   

3.00

     

(0.20

)

   

(1.88

)

   

1.81

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.44

)

   

(0.51

)

   

3.41

     

0.19

     

(1.49

)

   

2.03

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.58

)

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.46

)

   

(0.49

)

   

(0.39

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.02

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.58

)

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.48

)

   

(0.49

)

   

(0.39

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.00

   

$

14.46

   

$

15.55

   

$

12.85

   

$

13.14

   

$

15.12

   

Total return

   

(3.00

%)(b)

   

(3.19

%)

   

26.87

%

   

1.56

%

   

(9.51

%)

   

15.47

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.48

%(d)(e)

   

1.46

%(d)

   

1.48

%(d)

   

1.57

%(d)

   

1.53

%(d)

   

1.48

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.43

%(d)(e)(g)

   

1.42

%(d)(g)

   

1.43

%(d)(g)

   

1.43

%(d)(g)

   

1.41

%(d)(g)

   

1.48

%(d)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

3.35

%(e)

   

2.31

%

   

2.85

%

   

3.09

%

   

2.87

%

   

1.61

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

71,560

   

$

83,340

   

$

113,594

   

$

168,944

   

$

225,747

   

$

367,847

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(h)

   

%

   

%

   

%

 
Portfolio turnover of Columbia International
Value Fund Master Portfolio
   

%

   

%

   

100

%(i)

   

13

%

   

16

%

   

7

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(h)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(i)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.89

   

$

14.95

   

$

12.39

   

$

12.68

   

$

14.61

   

$

13.02

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.20

     

0.24

     

0.26

     

0.29

     

0.27

     

0.21

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.68

)

   

(0.83

)

   

2.92

     

(0.19

)

   

(1.81

)

   

1.67

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.48

)

   

(0.59

)

   

3.18

     

0.10

     

(1.54

)

   

1.88

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.47

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.38

)

   

(0.39

)

   

(0.29

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.47

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.39

)

   

(0.39

)

   

(0.29

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.41

   

$

13.89

   

$

14.95

   

$

12.39

   

$

12.68

   

$

14.61

   

Total return

   

(3.38

%)(b)

   

(3.91

%)

   

25.96

%

   

0.84

%

   

(10.28

%)

   

14.75

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.23

%(d)(e)

   

2.20

%(d)

   

2.23

%(d)

   

2.32

%(d)

   

2.27

%(d)

   

2.23

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

2.18

%(d)(e)(g)

   

2.17

%(d)(g)

   

2.17

%(d)(g)

   

2.18

%(d)(g)

   

2.16

%(d)(g)

   

2.23

%(d)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

2.81

%(e)

   

1.69

%

   

1.85

%

   

2.41

%

   

2.05

%

   

1.62

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

181

   

$

257

   

$

453

   

$

518

   

$

807

   

$

1,437

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(h)

   

%

   

%

   

%

 
Portfolio turnover of Columbia International
Value Fund Master Portfolio
   

%

   

%

   

100

%(i)

   

13

%

   

16

%

   

7

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(h)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(i)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.84

   

$

14.89

   

$

12.35

   

$

12.64

   

$

14.56

   

$

12.99

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.18

     

0.22

     

0.26

     

0.28

     

0.27

     

0.12

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.66

)

   

(0.80

)

   

2.90

     

(0.18

)

   

(1.80

)

   

1.74

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.48

)

   

(0.58

)

   

3.16

     

0.10

     

(1.53

)

   

1.86

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.47

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.38

)

   

(0.39

)

   

(0.29

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.47

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.39

)

   

(0.39

)

   

(0.29

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.36

   

$

13.84

   

$

14.89

   

$

12.35

   

$

12.64

   

$

14.56

   

Total return

   

(3.39

%)(b)

   

(3.86

%)

   

25.88

%

   

0.85

%

   

(10.24

%)

   

14.62

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.23

%(d)(e)

   

2.21

%(d)

   

2.23

%(d)

   

2.32

%(d)

   

2.28

%(d)

   

2.23

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

2.18

%(d)(e)(g)

   

2.17

%(d)(g)

   

2.17

%(d)(g)

   

2.18

%(d)(g)

   

2.16

%(d)(g)

   

2.23

%(d)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

2.60

%(e)

   

1.54

%

   

1.91

%

   

2.35

%

   

2.10

%

   

0.89

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

20,255

   

$

22,207

   

$

26,710

   

$

26,193

   

$

34,910

   

$

57,793

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(h)

   

%

   

%

   

%

 
Portfolio turnover of Columbia International
Value Fund Master Portfolio
   

%

   

%

   

100

%(i)

   

13

%

   

16

%

   

7

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(h)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(i)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.02

   

$

15.09

   

$

12.48

   

$

12.77

   

$

15.27

   

$

13.93

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.27

     

0.38

     

0.42

     

0.40

     

0.70

     

(0.00

)(b)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.67

)

   

(0.81

)

   

2.95

     

(0.16

)

   

(2.65

)

   

1.67

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.40

)

   

(0.43

)

   

3.37

     

0.24

     

(1.95

)

   

1.67

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.76

)

   

(0.51

)

   

(0.55

)

   

(0.33

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.02

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.76

)

   

(0.53

)

   

(0.55

)

   

(0.33

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.59

   

$

14.02

   

$

15.09

   

$

12.48

   

$

12.77

   

$

15.27

   

Total return

   

(2.82

%)(c)

   

(2.74

%)

   

27.35

%

   

2.00

%

   

(12.47

%)

   

12.22

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.06

%(e)(f)

   

1.03

%(e)

   

1.00

%(e)

   

1.13

%(e)

   

1.06

%(e)

   

1.07

%(e)(f)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.04

%(e)(f)

   

1.03

%(e)

   

0.99

%(e)

   

1.04

%(e)

   

1.06

%(e)(h)

   

1.07

%(e)(f)(h)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

3.74

%(f)

   

2.66

%

   

3.00

%

   

3.31

%

   

4.77

%

   

(0.05

%)(f)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

$

2

   

$

3

   

$

2

   

$

2

   

$

34,506

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(i)

   

%

   

%

   

%

 
Portfolio turnover of Columbia International
Value Fund Master Portfolio
   

%

   

%

   

100

%(j)

   

13

%

   

16

%

   

7

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(i)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(j)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.48

   

$

15.56

   

$

12.87

   

$

13.15

   

$

15.15

   

$

13.78

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.21

     

0.27

     

0.31

     

0.15

     

0.25

     

0.02

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.68

)

   

(0.81

)

   

3.06

     

0.02

(b)

   

(1.79

)

   

1.60

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.47

)

   

(0.54

)

   

3.37

     

0.17

     

(1.54

)

   

1.62

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.54

)

   

(0.68

)

   

(0.44

)

   

(0.46

)

   

(0.25

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.01

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.54

)

   

(0.68

)

   

(0.45

)

   

(0.46

)

   

(0.25

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(c)

   

0.00

(c)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.00

   

$

14.48

   

$

15.56

   

$

12.87

   

$

13.15

   

$

15.15

   

Total return

   

(3.17

%)(d)

   

(3.38

%)

   

26.50

%

   

1.39

%

   

(9.90

%)

   

11.92

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.73

%(f)(g)

   

1.71

%(f)

   

1.71

%(f)

   

1.85

%(f)

   

1.86

%(f)

   

1.77

%(f)(g)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

1.69

%(f)(g)(i)

   

1.67

%(f)(i)

   

1.67

%(f)(i)

   

1.70

%(f)(i)

   

1.64

%(f)(i)

   

1.77

%(f)(g)(i)

 

Net investment income

   

2.84

%(g)

   

1.87

%

   

2.13

%

   

1.16

%

   

1.94

%

   

0.40

%(g)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

227

   

$

260

   

$

205

   

$

98

   

$

8

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(j)

   

%

   

%

   

%

 
Portfolio turnover of Columbia International
Value Fund Master Portfolio
   

%

   

%

   

100

%(k)

   

13

%

   

16

%

   

7

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(c)  Rounds to zero.

(d)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Annualized.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(i)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(j)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(k)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.79

   

$

15.88

   

$

13.10

   

$

12.51

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.27

     

0.35

     

0.30

     

0.02

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.82

)

   

3.22

     

1.05

(b)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.44

)

   

(0.47

)

   

3.52

     

1.07

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.74

)

   

(0.46

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.02

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.74

)

   

(0.48

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.33

   

$

14.79

   

$

15.88

   

$

13.10

   

Total return

   

(2.90

%)(c)

   

(2.87

%)

   

27.21

%

   

8.64

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.23

%(e)(f)

   

1.21

%(e)

   

1.25

%(e)

   

1.31

%(e)(f)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.18

%(e)(f)(h)

   

1.17

%(e)(h)

   

1.17

%(e)(h)

   

1.21

%(e)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

3.57

%(f)

   

2.34

%

   

2.09

%

   

0.59

%(f)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2,880

   

$

2,674

   

$

2,070

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(i)

   

%

 

Portfolio turnover of Columbia International Value Fund Master Portfolio

   

%

   

%

   

100

%(j)

   

13

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(c)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(i)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(j)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.77

   

$

15.87

   

$

13.09

   

$

12.51

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.29

     

0.51

     

0.37

     

0.07

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.97

)

   

3.16

     

1.00

(b)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.46

)

   

3.53

     

1.07

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.75

)

   

(0.47

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.02

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.75

)

   

(0.49

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.32

   

$

14.77

   

$

15.87

   

$

13.09

   

Total return

   

(2.82

%)(c)

   

(2.82

%)

   

27.34

%

   

8.64

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.08

%(e)(f)

   

1.05

%(e)

   

1.09

%(e)

   

1.28

%(e)(f)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.08

%(e)(f)

   

1.05

%(e)

   

1.07

%(e)

   

1.09

%(e)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

3.78

%(f)

   

3.31

%

   

2.49

%

   

1.88

%(f)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

4,547

   

$

355

   

$

3,388

   

$

696

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(h)

   

%

 

Portfolio turnover of Columbia International Value Fund Master Portfolio

   

%

   

%

   

100

%(i)

   

13

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.

(c)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(i)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.64

   

$

15.73

   

$

12.99

   

$

13.27

   

$

15.28

   

$

13.62

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.27

     

0.40

     

0.58

     

0.42

     

0.42

     

0.26

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.70

)

   

(0.87

)

   

2.90

     

(0.19

)

   

(1.90

)

   

1.83

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.43

)

   

(0.47

)

   

3.48

     

0.23

     

(1.48

)

   

2.09

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.74

)

   

(0.49

)

   

(0.53

)

   

(0.43

)

 

Tax return of capital

   

     

     

     

(0.02

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.62

)

   

(0.74

)

   

(0.51

)

   

(0.53

)

   

(0.43

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

14.19

   

$

14.64

   

$

15.73

   

$

12.99

   

$

13.27

   

$

15.28

   

Total return

   

(2.86

%)(b)

   

(2.91

%)

   

27.13

%

   

1.86

%

   

(9.35

%)

   

15.74

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.23

%(d)(e)

   

1.21

%(d)

   

1.26

%(d)

   

1.32

%(d)

   

1.27

%(d)

   

1.23

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.18

%(d)(e)(g)

   

1.17

%(d)(g)

   

1.19

%(d)(g)

   

1.18

%(d)(g)

   

1.16

%(d)(g)

   

1.23

%(d)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

3.59

%(e)

   

2.65

%

   

4.05

%

   

3.35

%

   

3.09

%

   

1.85

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

72,467

   

$

78,705

   

$

125,914

   

$

453,526

   

$

924,777

   

$

1,277,799

   

Portfolio turnover

   

33

%

   

80

%

   

14

%(h)

   

%

   

%

   

%

 
Portfolio turnover of Columbia International
Value Fund Master Portfolio
   

%

   

%

   

100

%(i)

   

13

%

   

16

%

   

7

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  During the period ended August 31, 2015, the Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(h)  Amount represents results after the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

(i)  Amount represents results prior to the Fund's conversion to a stand-alone structure.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia International Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class R, Class R4, Class R5 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities and exchange-traded funds are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities and exchange-traded funds are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are marked-to-market based upon foreign currency exchange rates provided by a pricing service.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Derivative Instruments

The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.

A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The

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Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.

In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.

Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin

in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.

Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.

For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are over-the-counter agreements between two parties to buy and sell a currency at a set price on a future date. The Fund utilized forward foreign currency exchange contracts to hedge the currency exposure associated with some or all of the Fund's securities, to shift investment exposure from one currency to another, to shift U.S. dollar exposure to achieve a representative weighted mix of major currencies in its benchmark and/or to recover an underweight country exposure in its portfolio. These

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instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods.

The values of forward foreign currency exchange contracts fluctuate daily with changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Changes in the value of these contracts are recorded as unrealized appreciation or depreciation until the contract is exercised or has expired. The Fund will realize a gain or loss when the forward foreign currency exchange contract is closed or expires.

The use of forward foreign currency exchange contracts does not eliminate fluctuations in the prices of the Fund's portfolio securities. The risks of forward foreign currency exchange contracts include movement in the values of the foreign currencies relative to the U.S. dollar (or other foreign currencies) and the possibility that counterparties will not complete their contractual obligations, which may be in excess of the amount reflected, if any, in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements

The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.

The following table provides a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at August 31, 2015:

Asset Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 
Foreign exchange
risk
  Unrealized appreciation on
forward foreign currency
exchange contracts
  60,179

 

Liability Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 
Foreign exchange
risk
  Unrealized depreciation on
forward foreign currency
exchange contracts
  433,417

 

The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 

Risk Exposure Category

  Forward Foreign
Currency Exchange Contracts ($)
 

Foreign exchange risk

   

132,687

   
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on
Derivatives Recognized in Income
 

Risk Exposure Category

  Forward Foreign
Currency Exchange Contracts ($)
 

Foreign exchange risk

   

(631,591

)

 

The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Derivative Instrument

  Average Unrealized
Appreciation ($)*
  Average Unrealized
Depreciation ($)*
 
Forward foreign currency
exchange contracts
   

324,105

      (570,186)    

*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Offsetting of Assets and Liabilities

The following table presents the Fund's gross and net amount of assets and liabilities available for offset under netting arrangements as well as any related collateral received or pledged by the Fund as of August 31, 2015:

   

Toronto Dominion ($)

 

Assets

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

60,179

   

Liabilities

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

433,417

   

Total Financial and Derivative Net Assets

   

(373,238

)

 

Total collateral received (pledged)(a)

   

   

Net Amount(b)

   

(373,238

)

 

(a) In some instances, the actual collateral received and/or pledged may be more than the amount shown due to overcollateralization.

(b) Represents the net amount due from/(to) counterparties in the event of default.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

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Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.87% to 0.67% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.87% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $500,363, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $50,670.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $713.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for

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such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.20

%

 

Class B

   

0.20

   

Class C

   

0.20

   

Class R

   

0.20

   

Class R4

   

0.20

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class Z

   

0.20

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $560.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also

under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75% and 0.50% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class R shares of the Fund, respectively.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $39,448 for Class A and $1,255 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.46

%

   

1.42

%

 

Class B

   

2.21

     

2.17

   

Class C

   

2.21

     

2.17

   

Class I

   

1.07

     

1.03

   

Class R

   

1.71

     

1.67

   

Class R4

   

1.21

     

1.17

   

Class R5

   

1.12

     

1.08

   

Class Z

   

1.21

     

1.17

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and

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interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $179,841,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

12,147,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(20,521,000

)

 

Net unrealized depreciation

 

$

(8,374,000

)

 

The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of February 28, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:

Year of Expiration

 

Amount ($)

 

2018

   

185,725,377

   

2019

   

68,376,538

   

No expiration — long-term

   

291,483,870

   

Total

   

545,585,785

   

Capital loss carryforwards with no expiration are required to be utilized prior to any capital losses which carry an expiration date. As a result of this ordering rule, capital loss carryforwards which carry an expiration date may be more likely to expire unused.

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $60,272,382 and $66,995,792, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Regulatory Settlements

During the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund recorded a receivable of $66,145 as a result of a regulatory settlement proceeding brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission against an unaffiliated third party relating to market timing and/or late trading of mutual funds. This amount represented the Fund's portion of the proceeds from the settlement (neither the Fund nor the Investment Manager were a party to the proceeding). The payments have been included in Proceeds from regulatory settlements in the Statement of Changes in Net Assets.

Note 7. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 8. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the average daily loan balance outstanding on days when borrowing existed was $6,100,000 at a weighted average interest rate of 1.17%. Interest expense incurred by the Fund is recorded as a line of credit interest expense in the Statement of Operations.

Note 9. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

Foreign Securities and Emerging Market Countries Risk

Investing in foreign securities may include certain risks and considerations not typically associated with investing in U.S. securities, such as fluctuating currency values and changing local and regional economic, political and social conditions, which may result in greater market volatility. In addition, certain foreign securities may not be as liquid as U.S. securities. Investing in emerging markets may accentuate these risks. These countries are also more likely to experience high levels of inflation, deflation or currency devaluation which could hurt their economies and securities markets. To the extent that the Fund concentrates its investment exposure to any one or a few specific countries, the Fund will be particularly susceptible to the various conditions, events or other factors impacting those countries and may, therefore, have a greater risk than that of a fund which is more geographically diversified.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 35.8% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 10. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 11. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation,

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class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia International Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia International Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance was appropriate in light of the particular management style involved and the particular market environment.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia International Value Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

Not part of the shareholder report




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

 

 

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

12

   

Statement of Operations

   

14

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

15

   

Financial Highlights

   

17

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

24

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

33

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

35

   

Important Information About This Report

   

37

   

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PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Large Cap Enhanced Core Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -6.70% for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the S&P 500 Index, which returned -5.32% for the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

07/31/96

   

-6.70

     

-0.26

     

16.56

     

7.15

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-6.51

     

0.11

     

16.99

     

7.35

   

Class R*

 

01/23/06

   

-6.79

     

-0.49

     

16.30

     

6.89

   

Class R4*

 

07/01/15

   

-6.65

     

-0.21

     

16.57

     

7.16

   

Class R5*

 

06/25/14

   

-6.54

     

0.12

     

16.67

     

7.20

   

Class Y*

 

07/15/09

   

-6.51

     

0.11

     

17.02

     

7.41

   

Class Z

 

07/31/96

   

-6.58

     

0.02

     

16.87

     

7.43

   

S&P 500 Index

           

-5.32

     

0.48

     

15.87

     

7.15

   

All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of 500 widely held, large-capitalization U.S. stocks and is frequently used as a general measure of market performance.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

Brian Condon, CFA

Peter Albanese

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Apple, Inc.

   

4.6

   

Johnson & Johnson

   

2.2

   

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

   

2.2

   

General Electric Co.

   

2.2

   

Pfizer, Inc.

   

1.9

   

Verizon Communications, Inc.

   

1.8

   

Home Depot, Inc. (The)

   

1.8

   

Citigroup, Inc.

   

1.7

   

Comcast Corp., Class A

   

1.6

   

Cisco Systems, Inc.

   

1.6

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

98.6

   

Money Market Funds

   

1.4

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

12.5

   

Consumer Staples

   

9.4

   

Energy

   

7.4

   

Financials

   

16.2

   

Health Care

   

15.4

   

Industrials

   

10.1

   

Information Technology

   

20.4

   

Materials

   

2.6

   

Telecommunication Services

   

2.7

   

Utilities

   

3.3

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

933.00

     

1,020.72

     

4.40

     

4.60

     

0.90

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

934.90

     

1,022.75

     

2.45

     

2.56

     

0.50

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

932.10

     

1,019.46

     

5.62

     

5.87

     

1.15

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

948.90

(a)

   

1,021.99

     

1.04

(a)

   

3.32

     

0.65

(a)

 

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

934.60

     

1,022.49

     

2.69

     

2.81

     

0.55

   

Class Y

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

934.90

     

1,022.75

     

2.45

     

2.56

     

0.50

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

934.20

     

1,021.99

     

3.18

     

3.32

     

0.65

   

(a) Based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 98.5%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 12.3%

 

Automobiles 0.5%

 

Ford Motor Co.

   

150,700

     

2,090,209

   

Distributors 0.1%

 

Genuine Parts Co.

   

5,500

     

459,195

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 2.0%

 

Carnival Corp.

   

78,400

     

3,859,632

   

Darden Restaurants, Inc.

   

63,800

     

4,339,038

   

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

   

19,400

     

1,386,518

   

Total

       

9,585,188

   

Household Durables 0.1%

 

Whirlpool Corp.

   

2,800

     

470,680

   

Internet & Catalog Retail 0.2%

 

Amazon.com, Inc.(a)

   

1,700

     

871,913

   

Leisure Products 0.5%

 

Hasbro, Inc.

   

32,700

     

2,439,093

   

Media 2.6%

 

Comcast Corp., Class A

   

133,300

     

7,508,789

   

News Corp., Class A(a)

   

179,700

     

2,449,311

   

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

23,800

     

2,424,744

   

Total

       

12,382,844

   

Multiline Retail 1.0%

 

Target Corp.

   

61,200

     

4,755,852

   

Specialty Retail 5.3%

 

Best Buy Co., Inc.

   

116,400

     

4,276,536

   

GameStop Corp., Class A

   

81,000

     

3,440,880

   

Home Depot, Inc. (The)

   

70,500

     

8,210,430

   

Lowe's Companies, Inc.

   

81,900

     

5,665,023

   

Staples, Inc.

   

261,000

     

3,708,810

   

Total

       

25,301,679

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

58,356,653

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 9.3%

 

Beverages 1.4%

 

Coca-Cola Co. (The)

   

18,300

     

719,556

   

Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc.

   

54,300

     

4,166,439

   

PepsiCo, Inc.

   

17,000

     

1,579,810

   

Total

       

6,465,805

   

Food & Staples Retailing 3.6%

 

CVS Health Corp.

   

63,400

     

6,492,160

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Kroger Co. (The)

   

133,500

     

4,605,750

   

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

   

95,400

     

6,175,242

   

Total

       

17,273,152

   

Food Products 1.0%

 

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.

   

99,800

     

4,490,002

   

Household Products 0.4%

 

Procter & Gamble Co. (The)

   

26,000

     

1,837,420

   

Tobacco 2.9%

 

Altria Group, Inc.

   

132,000

     

7,072,560

   

Philip Morris International, Inc.

   

84,300

     

6,727,140

   

Total

       

13,799,700

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

43,866,079

   

ENERGY 7.3%

 

Energy Equipment & Services 0.8%

 

Cameron International Corp.(a)

   

26,100

     

1,742,436

   

National Oilwell Varco, Inc.

   

43,900

     

1,858,287

   

Total

       

3,600,723

   

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 6.5%

 

Chevron Corp.

   

81,500

     

6,600,685

   

ConocoPhillips

   

101,300

     

4,978,895

   

EOG Resources, Inc.

   

41,200

     

3,226,372

   

Exxon Mobil Corp.

   

69,700

     

5,244,228

   

Marathon Oil Corp.

   

139,000

     

2,403,310

   

Marathon Petroleum Corp.

   

82,700

     

3,912,537

   

Valero Energy Corp.

   

78,400

     

4,652,256

   

Total

       

31,018,283

   

Total Energy

       

34,619,006

   

FINANCIALS 15.9%

 

Banks 4.8%

 

Bank of America Corp.

   

42,200

     

689,548

   

Citigroup, Inc.

   

146,400

     

7,829,472

   

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

   

157,200

     

10,076,520

   

SunTrust Banks, Inc.

   

22,000

     

888,140

   

Wells Fargo & Co.

   

58,200

     

3,103,806

   

Total

       

22,587,486

   

Capital Markets 2.3%

 

BlackRock, Inc.

   

14,400

     

4,355,568

   

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)

   

15,600

     

2,942,160

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

T. Rowe Price Group, Inc.

   

52,700

     

3,788,076

   

Total

       

11,085,804

   

Consumer Finance 1.6%

 

Capital One Financial Corp.

   

55,700

     

4,330,675

   

Navient Corp.

   

267,400

     

3,420,046

   

Total

       

7,750,721

   

Diversified Financial Services 1.5%

 

Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B(a)

   

22,300

     

2,989,092

   

Moody's Corp.

   

41,100

     

4,204,941

   

Total

       

7,194,033

   

Insurance 2.9%

 

Aon PLC

   

4,600

     

429,824

   

Lincoln National Corp.

   

11,600

     

589,164

   

MetLife, Inc.

   

108,500

     

5,435,850

   

Principal Financial Group, Inc.

   

52,900

     

2,663,515

   

Prudential Financial, Inc.

   

56,700

     

4,575,690

   

Total

       

13,694,043

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 2.8%

 

General Growth Properties, Inc.

   

160,200

     

4,065,876

   

Macerich Co. (The)

   

49,400

     

3,763,292

   

Simon Property Group, Inc.

   

29,600

     

5,307,872

   

Total

       

13,137,040

   

Total Financials

       

75,449,127

   

HEALTH CARE 15.1%

 

Biotechnology 3.1%

 

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

12,600

     

2,169,594

   

Biogen, Inc.(a)

   

9,900

     

2,943,270

   

Celgene Corp.(a)

   

30,400

     

3,589,632

   

Gilead Sciences, Inc.

   

38,400

     

4,034,688

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

15,600

     

1,989,312

   

Total

       

14,726,496

   

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 3.6%

 

Abbott Laboratories

   

118,300

     

5,357,807

   

DENTSPLY International, Inc.

   

78,700

     

4,124,667

   

Medtronic PLC

   

46,800

     

3,383,172

   

Stryker Corp.

   

45,500

     

4,488,575

   

Total

       

17,354,221

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Health Care Providers & Services 3.4%

 

AmerisourceBergen Corp.

   

43,600

     

4,361,744

   

Anthem, Inc.

   

32,600

     

4,598,230

   

Cardinal Health, Inc.

   

53,000

     

4,360,310

   

McKesson Corp.

   

4,600

     

908,868

   

UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

   

15,000

     

1,735,500

   

Total

       

15,964,652

   

Pharmaceuticals 5.0%

 

Johnson & Johnson

   

111,500

     

10,478,770

   

Merck & Co., Inc.

   

78,400

     

4,221,840

   

Pfizer, Inc.

   

277,900

     

8,953,938

   

Total

       

23,654,548

   

Total Health Care

       

71,699,917

   

INDUSTRIALS 10.0%

 

Aerospace & Defense 2.5%

 

Boeing Co. (The)

   

42,400

     

5,540,832

   

General Dynamics Corp.

   

35,500

     

5,042,065

   

L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc.

   

11,000

     

1,160,170

   

Total

       

11,743,067

   

Air Freight & Logistics 1.6%

 

CH Robinson Worldwide, Inc.

   

58,200

     

3,924,426

   

United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B

   

36,200

     

3,534,930

   

Total

       

7,459,356

   

Airlines 1.0%

 

Delta Air Lines, Inc.

   

104,100

     

4,557,498

   

Electrical Equipment 0.9%

 

Rockwell Automation, Inc.

   

37,500

     

4,193,625

   

Industrial Conglomerates 2.6%

 

3M Co.

   

16,800

     

2,387,952

   

General Electric Co.

   

405,300

     

10,059,546

   

Total

       

12,447,498

   

Machinery 0.8%

 

Dover Corp.

   

61,100

     

3,785,145

   

Professional Services 0.6%

 

Equifax, Inc.

   

31,500

     

3,083,850

   

Total Industrials

       

47,270,039

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 20.2%

 

Communications Equipment 2.4%

 

Cisco Systems, Inc.

   

286,800

     

7,422,384

   

F5 Networks, Inc.(a)

   

32,100

     

3,897,261

   

Total

       

11,319,645

   

Internet Software & Services 3.7%

 

eBay, Inc.(a)

   

164,100

     

4,448,751

   

Facebook, Inc., Class A(a)

   

28,300

     

2,530,869

   

Google, Inc., Class A(a)

   

5,425

     

3,514,424

   

Google, Inc., Class C(a)

   

4,185

     

2,587,376

   

VeriSign, Inc.(a)

   

62,600

     

4,315,644

   

Total

       

17,397,064

   

IT Services 2.2%

 

International Business Machines Corp.

   

2,000

     

295,780

   

MasterCard, Inc., Class A

   

71,500

     

6,604,455

   

Visa, Inc., Class A

   

49,600

     

3,536,480

   

Total

       

10,436,715

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 2.4%

 

Intel Corp.

   

243,800

     

6,958,052

   

NVIDIA Corp.

   

192,200

     

4,320,656

   

Total

       

11,278,708

   

Software 4.5%

 

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

69,200

     

4,577,580

   

Microsoft Corp.(b)

   

138,700

     

6,036,224

   

Oracle Corp.

   

178,400

     

6,616,856

   

Red Hat, Inc.(a)

   

51,200

     

3,697,152

   

Salesforce.com, inc.(a)

   

6,700

     

464,712

   

Total

       

21,392,524

   

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 5.0%

 

Apple, Inc.

   

191,375

     

21,579,445

   

EMC Corp.

   

82,500

     

2,051,775

   

Total

       

23,631,220

   

Total Information Technology

       

95,455,876

   

MATERIALS 2.5%

 

Chemicals 1.5%

 

LyondellBasell Industries NV, Class A

   

38,700

     

3,304,206

   

Mosaic Co. (The)

   

93,600

     

3,821,688

   

Total

       

7,125,894

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Containers & Packaging 0.1%

 

Avery Dennison Corp.

   

7,800

     

453,024

   

Metals & Mining 0.1%

 

Alcoa, Inc.

   

62,700

     

592,515

   

Paper & Forest Products 0.8%

 

International Paper Co.

   

88,300

     

3,809,262

   

Total Materials

       

11,980,695

   

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 2.7%

 

Diversified Telecommunication Services 2.7%

 

AT&T, Inc.

   

42,600

     

1,414,320

   

CenturyLink, Inc.

   

95,100

     

2,571,504

   

Verizon Communications, Inc.

   

185,800

     

8,548,658

   

Total

       

12,534,482

   

Total Telecommunication Services

       

12,534,482

   

UTILITIES 3.2%

 

Electric Utilities 2.3%

 

Entergy Corp.

   

58,300

     

3,808,739

   

Exelon Corp.

   

136,900

     

4,211,044

   

Pinnacle West Capital Corp.

   

50,100

     

2,982,453

   

Total

       

11,002,236

   

Multi-Utilities 0.9%

 

Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc.

   

107,400

     

4,322,850

   

Total Utilities

       

15,325,086

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $408,905,564)
       

466,556,960

   

Money Market Funds 1.4%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(c)(d)
   

6,741,150

     

6,741,150

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $6,741,150)
       

6,741,150

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $415,646,714)
       

473,298,110

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

603,061

   

Net Assets

       

473,901,171

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Investments in Derivatives

At August 31, 2015, securities totaling $631,040 pledged as collateral.

Futures Contracts Outstanding at August 31, 2015

Long Futures Contracts Outstanding

Contract Description

  Number of
Contracts
  Trading
Currency
  Notional
Market
Value ($)
  Expiration
Date
  Unrealized
Appreciation ($)
  Unrealized
Depreciation ($)
 

S&P500 EMINI

   

16

   

USD

   

7,876,800

   

09/2015

   

     

(403,706

)

 

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  This security or a portion of this security has been pledged as collateral in connection with derivative contracts.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

18,051,769

     

68,951,488

     

(80,262,107

)

   

6,741,150

     

5,734

     

6,741,150

   

(d)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

Currency Legend

USD  US Dollar

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

58,356,653

     

     

     

58,356,653

   

Consumer Staples

   

43,866,079

     

     

     

43,866,079

   

Energy

   

34,619,006

     

     

     

34,619,006

   

Financials

   

75,449,127

     

     

     

75,449,127

   

Health Care

   

71,699,917

     

     

     

71,699,917

   

Industrials

   

47,270,039

     

     

     

47,270,039

   

Information Technology

   

95,455,876

     

     

     

95,455,876

   

Materials

   

11,980,695

     

     

     

11,980,695

   

Telecommunication Services

   

12,534,482

     

     

     

12,534,482

   

Utilities

   

15,325,086

     

     

     

15,325,086

   

Total Common Stocks

   

466,556,960

     

     

     

466,556,960

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

6,741,150

     

     

6,741,150

   

Total Investments

   

466,556,960

     

6,741,150

     

     

473,298,110

   

Derivatives

 

Liabilities

 

Futures Contracts

   

(403,706

)

   

     

     

(403,706

)

 

Total

   

466,153,254

     

6,741,150

     

     

472,894,404

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
 

     

18,051,769

     

18,051,769

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

Derivative instruments are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $408,905,564)

 

$

466,556,960

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $6,741,150)

   

6,741,150

   

Total investments (identified cost $415,646,714)

   

473,298,110

   

Receivable for:

 

Capital shares sold

   

12,152,496

   

Dividends

   

1,301,825

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

14,015

   

Prepaid expenses

   

4,786

   

Other assets

   

14,179

   

Total assets

   

486,785,411

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

11,912,095

   

Capital shares purchased

   

638,760

   

Variation margin

   

82,000

   

Investment management fees

   

28,720

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

2,727

   

Transfer agent fees

   

74,772

   

Compensation of board members

   

110,325

   

Other expenses

   

34,841

   

Total liabilities

   

12,884,240

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

473,901,171

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

418,462,680

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

3,540,410

   

Accumulated net realized loss

   

(5,349,609

)

 

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

57,651,396

   

Futures contracts

   

(403,706

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

473,901,171

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

75,770,147

   

Shares outstanding

   

3,711,987

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.41

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

33,619,954

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,648,931

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.39

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

28,067,276

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,378,151

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.37

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

2,372

   

Shares outstanding

   

117

   

Net asset value per share(a)

 

$

20.23

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

299,572

   

Shares outstanding

   

14,741

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.32

   

Class Y

 

Net assets

 

$

5,371,433

   

Shares outstanding

   

263,281

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.40

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

330,770,417

   

Shares outstanding

   

16,223,693

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.39

   

(a) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

5,462,479

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

5,734

   

Total income

   

5,468,213

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

1,829,727

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

101,400

   

Class R

   

71,178

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

83,180

   

Class R

   

29,272

   

Class R4(a)

   

1

   

Class R5

   

100

   

Class Z

   

362,575

   

Compensation of board members

   

11,654

   

Custodian fees

   

9,716

   

Printing and postage fees

   

25,210

   

Registration fees

   

66,457

   

Professional fees

   

14,709

   

Other

   

6,854

   

Total expenses

   

2,612,033

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(877,240

)

 

Total net expenses

   

1,734,793

   

Net investment income

   

3,733,420

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

6,326,308

   

Futures contracts

   

(56,430

)

 

Net realized gain

   

6,269,878

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(41,430,263

)

 

Futures contracts

   

(777,579

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(42,207,842

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(35,937,964

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(32,204,544

)

 

(a) Class R4 shares are based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015(a)
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

3,733,420

   

$

7,692,009

   

Net realized gain

   

6,269,878

     

32,803,661

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

   

(42,207,842

)

   

19,260,329

   

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(32,204,544

)

   

59,755,999

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(624,781

)

   

(534,094

)

 

Class I

   

(207,662

)

   

(183,701

)

 

Class R

   

(222,567

)

   

(142,581

)

 

Class R5

   

(3,644

)

   

(2,624

)

 

Class Y

   

(35,757

)

   

(46,507

)

 

Class Z

   

(2,998,525

)

   

(3,318,025

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(4,092,936

)

   

(4,227,532

)

 

Increase in net assets from capital stock activity

   

54,616,551

     

130,637,322

   

Total increase in net assets

   

18,319,071

     

186,165,789

   

Net assets at beginning of period

   

455,582,100

     

269,416,311

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

473,901,171

   

$

455,582,100

   

Undistributed net investment income

 

$

3,540,410

   

$

3,899,926

   

(a) Class R5 shares are based on operations from June 25, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015(a)
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015(b)

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions

   

968,650

     

21,062,564

     

2,816,680

     

58,950,189

   

Distributions reinvested

   

25,535

     

561,263

     

21,783

     

466,340

   

Redemptions

   

(1,148,431

)

   

(24,877,209

)

   

(329,060

)

   

(6,787,438

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(154,246

)

   

(3,253,382

)

   

2,509,403

     

52,629,091

   

Class I shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,436,808

     

30,448,452

     

2,332,257

     

45,826,823

   

Distributions reinvested

   

9,464

     

207,636

     

8,714

     

183,662

   

Redemptions

   

(366,635

)

   

(7,981,462

)

   

(2,855,235

)

   

(58,597,902

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

1,079,637

     

22,674,626

     

(514,264

)

   

(12,587,417

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

580,381

     

12,595,516

     

1,183,183

     

24,033,094

   

Distributions reinvested

   

6,419

     

140,836

     

3,085

     

66,161

   

Redemptions

   

(271,915

)

   

(5,908,837

)

   

(268,544

)

   

(5,572,574

)

 

Net increase

   

314,885

     

6,827,515

     

917,724

     

18,526,681

   

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

117

     

2,500

     

     

   

Net increase

   

117

     

2,500

     

     

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,785

     

38,887

     

20,347

     

413,572

   

Distributions reinvested

   

166

     

3,621

     

121

     

2,595

   

Redemptions

   

(6,538

)

   

(141,061

)

   

(1,140

)

   

(24,076

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(4,587

)

   

(98,553

)

   

19,328

     

392,091

   

Class Y shares

 

Subscriptions

   

105,674

     

2,281,925

     

3,375

     

72,625

   

Distributions reinvested

   

257

     

5,634

     

     

   

Redemptions

   

(2,181

)

   

(47,358

)

   

(28,059

)

   

(576,519

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

103,750

     

2,240,201

     

(24,684

)

   

(503,894

)

 

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

2,626,974

     

56,974,641

     

5,984,935

     

124,768,558

   

Distributions reinvested

   

22,140

     

485,742

     

19,220

     

410,481

   

Redemptions

   

(1,440,787

)

   

(31,236,739

)

   

(2,598,255

)

   

(52,998,269

)

 

Net increase

   

1,208,327

     

26,223,644

     

3,405,900

     

72,180,770

   

Total net increase

   

2,547,883

     

54,616,551

     

6,313,407

     

130,637,322

   

(a) Class R4 shares are based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b) Class R5 shares are based on operations from June 25, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.05

   

$

18.77

   

$

15.04

   

$

13.67

   

$

12.81

   

$

10.73

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.13

(f)

   

0.51

     

0.23

     

0.22

     

0.17

     

0.14

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.59

)

   

2.97

     

3.76

     

1.36

     

0.89

     

2.08

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.46

)

   

3.48

     

3.99

     

1.58

     

1.06

     

2.22

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.20

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.21

)

   

(0.20

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.20

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.21

)

   

(0.20

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.41

   

$

22.05

   

$

18.77

   

$

15.04

   

$

13.67

   

$

12.81

   

Total return

   

(6.70

%)

   

18.60

%

   

26.58

%

   

11.71

%

   

8.41

%

   

20.84

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.26

%(b)

   

1.27

%

   

1.26

%

   

1.28

%

   

1.19

%(c)

   

0.96

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.90

%(b)

   

0.90

%(e)

   

0.89

%(e)

   

0.89

%(e)

   

0.94

%(c)(e)

   

0.95

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.16

%(b)

   

2.51

%

   

1.34

%

   

1.53

%

   

1.33

%

   

1.22

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

75,770

   

$

85,261

   

$

25,474

   

$

13,209

   

$

12,404

   

$

12,213

   

Portfolio turnover

   

46

%

   

91

%

   

101

%

   

92

%

   

67

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(f)  Net investment income per share includes special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.13 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.00

   

$

18.72

   

$

15.00

   

$

13.63

   

$

12.78

   

$

11.11

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.26

(g)

   

0.42

     

0.29

     

0.28

     

0.21

     

0.09

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.68

)

   

3.14

     

3.75

     

1.36

     

0.88

     

1.75

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.42

)

   

3.56

     

4.04

     

1.64

     

1.09

     

1.84

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.27

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.17

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.27

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.17

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.39

   

$

22.00

   

$

18.72

   

$

15.00

   

$

13.63

   

$

12.78

   

Total return

   

(6.51

%)

   

19.09

%

   

27.06

%

   

12.15

%

   

8.73

%

   

16.65

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.81

%(c)

   

0.81

%

   

0.80

%

   

0.84

%

   

0.74

%(d)

   

0.59

%(c)(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.50

%(c)

   

0.50

%

   

0.48

%

   

0.50

%

   

0.61

%(d)

   

0.57

%(c)(d)(f)

 

Net investment income

   

2.43

%(c)

   

2.07

%

   

1.72

%

   

2.01

%

   

1.72

%

   

1.68

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

33,620

   

$

12,522

   

$

20,286

   

$

36,224

   

$

13,297

   

$

7,466

   

Portfolio turnover

   

46

%

   

91

%

   

101

%

   

92

%

   

67

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(g)  Net investment income per share includes special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.16 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.02

   

$

18.75

   

$

15.03

   

$

13.65

   

$

12.80

   

$

10.72

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.14

(f)

   

0.43

     

0.18

     

0.20

     

0.14

     

0.12

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.62

)

   

2.99

     

3.76

     

1.36

     

0.88

     

2.08

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.48

)

   

3.42

     

3.94

     

1.56

     

1.02

     

2.20

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.22

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.22

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.37

   

$

22.02

   

$

18.75

   

$

15.03

   

$

13.65

   

$

12.80

   

Total return

   

(6.79

%)

   

18.30

%

   

26.26

%

   

11.54

%

   

8.08

%

   

20.58

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.52

%(b)

   

1.52

%

   

1.51

%

   

1.53

%

   

1.44

%(c)

   

1.21

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.15

%(b)

   

1.15

%(e)

   

1.14

%(e)

   

1.12

%(e)

   

1.19

%(c)(e)

   

1.20

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.24

%(b)

   

2.08

%

   

1.08

%

   

1.45

%

   

1.11

%

   

1.02

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

28,067

   

$

23,414

   

$

2,729

   

$

1,284

   

$

204

   

$

175

   

Portfolio turnover

   

46

%

   

91

%

   

101

%

   

92

%

   

67

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(f)  Net investment income per share includes special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.14 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

Class R4

  Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015(a)
(Unaudited)
 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.32

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.06

   

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(1.15

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(1.09

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.23

   

Total return

   

(5.11

%)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.03

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.65

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

1.65

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

Portfolio turnover

   

46

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from July 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

Class R5

  Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015(a)
 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.93

   

$

19.88

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.17

(e)

   

0.62

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.59

)

   

1.66

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.42

)

   

2.28

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.23

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.23

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.32

   

$

21.93

   

Total return

   

(6.54

%)

   

11.49

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.85

%(c)

   

0.88

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.55

%(c)

   

0.55

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

1.52

%(c)

   

4.41

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

300

   

$

424

   

Portfolio turnover

   

46

%

   

91

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from June 25, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  Net investment income per share includes special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.14 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Y

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.01

   

$

18.73

   

$

15.00

   

$

13.63

   

$

12.78

   

$

10.70

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.19

(f)

   

0.46

     

0.29

     

0.27

     

0.18

     

0.17

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.61

)

   

3.10

     

3.76

     

1.36

     

0.91

     

2.09

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.42

)

   

3.56

     

4.05

     

1.63

     

1.09

     

2.26

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.18

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.26

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.18

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.40

   

$

22.01

   

$

18.73

   

$

15.00

   

$

13.63

   

$

12.78

   

Total return

   

(6.51

%)

   

19.08

%

   

27.11

%

   

12.13

%

   

8.74

%

   

21.30

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.81

%(b)

   

0.81

%

   

0.80

%

   

0.83

%

   

0.74

%(c)

   

0.59

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.50

%(b)

   

0.50

%

   

0.48

%

   

0.52

%

   

0.60

%(c)

   

0.58

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.75

%(b)

   

2.30

%

   

1.72

%

   

1.90

%

   

1.46

%

   

1.53

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

5,371

   

$

3,511

   

$

3,451

   

$

3,177

   

$

3,024

   

$

31,588

   

Portfolio turnover

   

46

%

   

91

%

   

101

%

   

92

%

   

67

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(f)  Net investment income per share includes special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.13 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.01

   

$

18.73

   

$

14.99

   

$

13.62

   

$

12.78

   

$

10.70

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.17

(f)

   

0.47

     

0.27

     

0.25

     

0.19

     

0.16

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.61

)

   

3.06

     

3.77

     

1.37

     

0.88

     

2.09

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.44

)

   

3.53

     

4.04

     

1.62

     

1.07

     

2.25

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.23

)

   

(0.17

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.23

)

   

(0.17

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.39

   

$

22.01

   

$

18.73

   

$

14.99

   

$

13.62

   

$

12.78

   

Total return

   

(6.58

%)

   

18.92

%

   

27.03

%

   

12.02

%

   

8.54

%

   

21.18

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.01

%(b)

   

1.02

%

   

1.01

%

   

1.03

%

   

0.94

%(c)

   

0.71

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.65

%(b)

   

0.65

%(e)

   

0.64

%(e)

   

0.64

%(e)

   

0.70

%(c)(e)

   

0.70

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.59

%(b)

   

2.32

%

   

1.57

%

   

1.77

%

   

1.54

%

   

1.46

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

330,770

   

$

330,450

   

$

217,477

   

$

214,575

   

$

254,500

   

$

365,205

   

Portfolio turnover

   

46

%

   

91

%

   

101

%

   

92

%

   

67

%

   

63

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(f)  Net investment income per share includes special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.14 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Large Cap Enhanced Core Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class I, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are not subject to any front-end sales charge or contingent deferred sales charge.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus. Class R4 shares commenced operations on July 1, 2015.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Derivative Instruments

The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to

increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.

A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.

In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.

Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.

Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has

termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.

For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Futures Contracts

Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to maintain appropriate equity market exposure while keeping sufficient cash to accommodate daily redemptions. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.

Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements

The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.

The following table provides a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at August 31, 2015:

Liability Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 

Equity risk

  Net assets — unrealized
depreciation on futures
contracts
  403,706

*

 

*Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day's variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

(56,430

)

 

Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

(777,579

)

 

The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Derivative Instrument

 

Average notional amounts ($)*

 

Futures contracts — Long

   

9,993,150

   

*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the

impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.75% to 0.55% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.72% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,032,142, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $96,763.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Investment Manager contractually agreed to waive 0.05% of the Fund's investment management fee. The annualized effective investment management fee rate, net of fee waivers, for the period ended June 30, 2015 was 0.64% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $916.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a

percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.21

%

 

Class R

   

0.21

   

Class R4

   

0.21

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class Z

   

0.21

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, no minimum account balance fees were charged by the Fund.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.50% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares of the Fund.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the periods disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:

    July 1, 2015
through
June 30, 2016
  Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

0.90

%

   

1.02

%

 

Class I

   

0.50

     

0.62

   

Class R

   

1.15

     

1.27

   

Class R4*

   

0.65

     

   

Class R5

   

0.55

     

0.67

   

Class Y

   

0.50

     

0.62

   

Class Z

   

0.65

     

0.77

   

*Expense cap rate is contractual from July 1, 2015 (the commencement of operations of Class R4 shares) through June 30, 2016.

Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund's expense ratio was subject to a voluntary expense reimbursement arrangement pursuant to which fees were waived and/or expenses reimbursed (excluding certain fees and expenses immediately described above), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, did not exceed the annual rates of 0.90% for Class A, 0.50% for Class I, 1.15% for Class R, 0.55% for Class R5, 0.50% for Class Y and 0.65% for Class Z.

Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $415,647,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

77,830,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(20,179,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

57,651,000

   

The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of February 28, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:

Year of Expiration

 

Amount ($)

 
 

2018

     

10,116,156

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $269,280,304 and $212,912,183, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 63.9% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Technology and Technology-related Investment Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the information technology sector, as well as other technology-related sectors (collectively, the technology sectors) than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the technology sectors are subject to certain risks, including the risk that new services, equipment or technologies will not be accepted

by consumers and businesses or will become rapidly obsolete. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so) and significant competitive pressures, including aggressive pricing of their products or services, new market entrants, competition for market share and short product cycles due to an accelerated rate of technological developments. Such competitive pressures may lead to limited earnings and/or falling profit margins. As a result, the value of their securities may fall or fail to rise. In addition, many technology sector companies have limited operating histories and prices of these companies' securities historically have been more volatile than other securities, especially over the short term.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation,

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Large Cap Enhanced Core Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Large Cap Enhanced Core Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP ENHANCED CORE FUND

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Large Cap Enhanced Core Fund

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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

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COLUMBIA MARSICO 21ST CENTURY FUND




ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

10

   

Statement of Operations

   

12

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

13

   

Financial Highlights

   

15

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

22

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

29

   
Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

32

   

Important Information About This Report

   

35

   

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Marsico 21st Century Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.17% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund slightly outperformed its benchmark, the Russell 3000 Index, which returned -5.31% during the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

04/10/00

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.17

     

0.79

     

13.61

     

6.87

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.61

     

-4.99

     

12.27

     

6.24

   

Class B

 

04/10/00

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.56

     

0.00

     

12.75

     

6.07

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.28

     

-5.00

     

12.50

     

6.07

   

Class C

 

04/10/00

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.56

     

0.00

     

12.75

     

6.07

   

Including sales charges

           

-6.50

     

-1.00

     

12.75

     

6.07

   

Class R*

 

01/23/06

   

-5.30

     

0.50

     

13.33

     

6.60

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.06

     

1.04

     

13.77

     

6.95

   

Class R5*

 

01/08/14

   

-5.00

     

1.15

     

13.75

     

6.94

   

Class Z

 

04/10/00

   

-5.06

     

1.01

     

13.88

     

7.13

   

Russell 3000 Index

           

-5.31

     

0.36

     

16.03

     

7.33

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one class of shares at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The Russell 3000 Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of the 3,000 largest U.S. companies based on total market capitalization, which represents approximately 98% of the investable U.S. equity market.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

Marsico Capital Management, LLC

Brandon Geisler

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Facebook, Inc., Class A

   

6.1

   

MasterCard, Inc., Class A

   

4.2

   

Constellation Brands, Inc., Class A

   

3.9

   

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

   

3.8

   

Allergan PLC

   

3.7

   

Endo International PLC

   

3.3

   

Electronic Arts, Inc.

   

3.2

   

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

3.2

   

Salesforce.com, inc.

   

3.1

   

Boeing Co. (The)

   

3.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds.)

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

92.1

   

Money Market Funds

   

7.9

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

21.9

   

Consumer Staples

   

4.4

   

Financials

   

5.1

   

Health Care

   

25.5

   

Industrials

   

10.0

   

Information Technology

   

29.1

   

Materials

   

1.9

   

Telecommunication Services

   

2.1

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

948.30

     

1,019.11

     

6.01

     

6.23

     

1.22

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.40

     

1,015.32

     

9.68

     

10.03

     

1.97

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.40

     

1,015.32

     

9.68

     

10.03

     

1.97

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

947.00

     

1,017.84

     

7.23

     

7.50

     

1.47

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.40

     

1,020.37

     

4.78

     

4.95

     

0.97

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

950.00

     

1,021.03

     

4.14

     

4.29

     

0.84

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

949.40

     

1,020.37

     

4.78

     

4.95

     

0.97

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 91.3%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 20.0%

 

Automobiles 1.8%

 

Tesla Motors, Inc.(a)

   

62,583

     

15,586,922

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 5.8%

 

Domino's Pizza, Inc.

   

192,808

     

20,426,080

   

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.(a)

   

539,669

     

31,084,934

   

Total

       

51,511,014

   

Household Durables 0.4%

 

GoPro, Inc., Class A(a)

   

85,662

     

3,990,993

   

Internet & Catalog Retail 5.0%

 

Amazon.com, Inc.(a)

   

45,497

     

23,334,956

   

Ctrip.com International Ltd., ADR(a)

   

63,493

     

4,219,110

   

Netflix, Inc.(a)

   

85,899

     

9,880,962

   

Yoox SpA(a)

   

217,431

     

6,870,768

   

Total

       

44,305,796

   

Media 3.9%

 

IMAX Corp.(a)

   

278,172

     

8,720,692

   

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

251,359

     

25,608,455

   

Total

       

34,329,147

   

Multiline Retail 1.6%

 

Burlington Stores, Inc.(a)

   

275,705

     

14,637,178

   

Specialty Retail 1.5%

 

O'Reilly Automotive, Inc.(a)

   

56,165

     

13,483,531

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

177,844,581

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 4.0%

 

Beverages 3.5%

 

Constellation Brands, Inc., Class A

   

246,483

     

31,549,824

   

Food Products 0.5%

 

Blue Buffalo Pet Products, Inc.(a)

   

175,744

     

4,490,259

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

36,040,083

   

FINANCIALS 4.7%

 

Banks 2.2%

 

First Republic Bank

   

324,076

     

19,545,024

   

Capital Markets 2.5%

 

Charles Schwab Corp. (The)

   

735,019

     

22,329,877

   

Total Financials

       

41,874,901

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

HEALTH CARE 23.3%

 

Biotechnology 6.6%

 

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

64,285

     

11,069,234

   

Alkermes PLC(a)

   

317,096

     

18,886,238

   

Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

88,416

     

4,436,715

   

Juno Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

90,022

     

3,268,699

   

Natera, Inc.(a)

   

183,272

     

2,899,363

   

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

36,569

     

18,778,181

   

Total

       

59,338,430

   

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 4.0%

 

ConforMIS, Inc.(a)

   

175,723

     

2,811,568

   

DexCom, Inc.(a)

   

221,440

     

20,846,362

   

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.(a)

   

22,793

     

11,646,083

   

Total

       

35,304,013

   

Health Care Providers & Services 3.1%

 

Acadia Healthcare Co., Inc.(a)

   

207,149

     

15,128,091

   

Envision Healthcare Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

310,666

     

12,727,986

   

Total

       

27,856,077

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 2.1%

 

Illumina, Inc.(a)

   

94,165

     

18,607,946

   

Pharmaceuticals 7.5%

 

Allergan PLC(a)

   

98,131

     

29,806,310

   

Concordia Healthcare Corp.

   

124,061

     

9,597,848

   

Endo International PLC(a)

   

351,636

     

27,075,972

   

Total

       

66,480,130

   

Total Health Care

       

207,586,596

   

INDUSTRIALS 9.1%

 

Aerospace & Defense 4.3%

 

B/E Aerospace, Inc.

   

290,003

     

14,137,646

   

Boeing Co. (The)

   

185,797

     

24,279,952

   

Total

       

38,417,598

   

Air Freight & Logistics 0.7%

 

XPO Logistics, Inc.(a)

   

166,797

     

5,854,575

   

Airlines 1.2%

 

Delta Air Lines, Inc.

   

239,432

     

10,482,333

   

Commercial Services & Supplies 1.0%

 

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.

   

270,147

     

9,033,716

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Road & Rail 1.9%

 

Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd.

   

85,127

     

12,360,440

   

Genesee & Wyoming, Inc., Class A(a)

   

72,636

     

4,966,850

   

Total

       

17,327,290

   

Total Industrials

       

81,115,512

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 26.6%

 

Communications Equipment 1.5%

 

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.(a)

   

80,464

     

13,213,798

   

Internet Software & Services 8.2%

 

CoStar Group, Inc.(a)

   

66,173

     

11,715,268

   

Envestnet, Inc.(a)

   

58,172

     

1,816,712

   

Facebook, Inc., Class A(a)

   

558,839

     

49,976,972

   

LinkedIn Corp., Class A(a)

   

51,259

     

9,257,375

   

Total

       

72,766,327

   

IT Services 6.0%

 

FleetCor Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

126,601

     

18,883,805

   

MasterCard, Inc., Class A

   

372,295

     

34,388,889

   

Total

       

53,272,694

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.5%

 

ARM Holdings PLC

   

604,559

     

8,662,170

   

NXP Semiconductors NV(a)

   

262,954

     

22,259,056

   

Total

       

30,921,226

   

Software 7.4%

 

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

395,573

     

26,167,154

   

Mobileye NV(a)

   

162,613

     

9,197,391

   

Salesforce.com, inc.(a)

   

362,841

     

25,166,652

   

Tableau Software, Inc., Class A(a)

   

60,230

     

5,671,859

   

Total

       

66,203,056

   

Total Information Technology

       

236,377,101

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

MATERIALS 1.7%

 

Chemicals 1.7%

 

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The)

   

59,446

     

15,206,881

   

Total Materials

       

15,206,881

   

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 1.9%

 

Wireless Telecommunication Services 1.9%

 

SBA Communications Corp., Class A(a)

   

142,965

     

16,898,463

   

Total Telecommunication Services

       

16,898,463

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $699,937,693)
       

812,944,118

   

Money Market Funds 7.9%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash
Fund, 0.150%(b)(c)
   

70,065,617

     

70,065,617

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $70,065,617)
       

70,065,617

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $770,003,310)
       

883,009,735

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

7,332,865

   

Net Assets

       

890,342,600

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

2,149,309

     

244,737,291

     

(176,820,983

)

   

70,065,617

     

12,423

     

70,065,617

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

170,973,813

     

6,870,768

     

     

177,844,581

   

Consumer Staples

   

36,040,083

     

     

     

36,040,083

   

Financials

   

41,874,901

     

     

     

41,874,901

   

Health Care

   

207,586,596

     

     

     

207,586,596

   

Industrials

   

81,115,512

     

     

     

81,115,512

   

Information Technology

   

227,714,931

     

8,662,170

     

     

236,377,101

   

Materials

   

15,206,881

     

     

     

15,206,881

   

Telecommunication Services

   

16,898,463

     

     

     

16,898,463

   

Total Common Stocks

   

797,411,180

     

15,532,938

     

     

812,944,118

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

70,065,617

     

     

70,065,617

   

Total Investments

   

797,411,180

     

85,598,555

     

     

883,009,735

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

2,149,309

     

2,149,309

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $699,937,693)

 

$

812,944,118

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $70,065,617)

   

70,065,617

   

Total investments (identified cost $770,003,310)

   

883,009,735

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

14,077,441

   

Capital shares sold

   

329,596

   

Dividends

   

306,187

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

22,124

   

Prepaid expenses

   

6,517

   

Total assets

   

897,751,600

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

5,956,572

   

Capital shares purchased

   

954,835

   

Investment management fees

   

55,588

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

29,689

   

Transfer agent fees

   

218,353

   

Compensation of board members

   

127,599

   

Other expenses

   

66,364

   

Total liabilities

   

7,409,000

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

890,342,600

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

2,159,218,663

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

   

(5,399,641

)

 

Accumulated net realized loss

   

(1,376,481,488

)

 

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

113,006,425

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(1,359

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

890,342,600

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

432,699,593

   

Shares outstanding

   

21,234,037

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.38

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

21.62

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

16,237,861

   

Shares outstanding

   

884,879

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.35

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

222,212,825

   

Shares outstanding

   

12,110,501

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

18.35

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

18,023,741

   

Shares outstanding

   

901,200

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

20.00

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

1,279,789

   

Shares outstanding

   

59,871

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.38

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

455,349

   

Shares outstanding

   

21,612

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.07

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

199,433,442

   

Shares outstanding

   

9,487,519

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.02

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

2,421,266

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

12,423

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(34,960

)

 

Total income

   

2,398,729

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

3,738,397

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

599,309

   

Class B

   

114,816

   

Class C

   

1,236,425

   

Class R

   

50,650

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

457,393

   

Class B

   

21,909

   

Class C

   

235,905

   

Class R

   

19,327

   

Class R4

   

1,054

   

Class R5

   

41

   

Class Z

   

221,796

   

Compensation of board members

   

15,785

   

Custodian fees

   

7,842

   

Printing and postage fees

   

66,361

   

Registration fees

   

44,116

   

Professional fees

   

17,091

   

Other

   

15,697

   

Total expenses

   

6,863,914

   

Expense reductions

   

(640

)

 

Total net expenses

   

6,863,274

   

Net investment loss

   

(4,464,545

)

 

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

87,007,795

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(12,874

)

 

Net realized gain

   

86,994,921

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(131,791,186

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

(308

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(131,791,494

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(44,796,573

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(49,261,118

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment loss

 

$

(4,464,545

)

 

$

(7,920,024

)

 

Net realized gain

   

86,994,921

     

162,037,220

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(131,791,494

)

   

(76,657,451

)

 

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(49,261,118

)

   

77,459,745

   

Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(88,993,654

)

   

(201,760,853

)

 

Total decrease in net assets

   

(138,254,772

)

   

(124,301,108

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

1,028,597,372

     

1,152,898,480

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

890,342,600

   

$

1,028,597,372

   

Excess of distributions over net investment income

 

$

(5,399,641

)

 

$

(935,096

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six months ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

880,329

     

19,033,420

     

1,822,398

     

35,828,885

   

Redemptions

   

(2,130,678

)

   

(45,889,381

)

   

(8,698,301

)

   

(172,353,015

)

 

Net decrease

   

(1,250,349

)

   

(26,855,961

)

   

(6,875,903

)

   

(136,524,130

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,388

     

27,155

     

5,175

     

92,504

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(630,766

)

   

(12,327,720

)

   

(1,314,748

)

   

(23,424,857

)

 

Net decrease

   

(629,378

)

   

(12,300,565

)

   

(1,309,573

)

   

(23,332,353

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

98,712

     

1,918,697

     

330,566

     

5,960,073

   

Redemptions

   

(971,617

)

   

(18,869,877

)

   

(2,284,607

)

   

(41,075,556

)

 

Net decrease

   

(872,905

)

   

(16,951,180

)

   

(1,954,041

)

   

(35,115,483

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

68,611

     

1,454,112

     

126,730

     

2,465,018

   

Redemptions

   

(162,168

)

   

(3,422,470

)

   

(397,081

)

   

(7,624,823

)

 

Net decrease

   

(93,557

)

   

(1,968,358

)

   

(270,351

)

   

(5,159,805

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

26,211

     

586,790

     

40,807

     

857,251

   

Redemptions

   

(6,215

)

   

(140,484

)

   

(11,930

)

   

(264,813

)

 

Net increase

   

19,996

     

446,306

     

28,877

     

592,438

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

19,335

     

438,651

     

2,573

     

54,344

   

Redemptions

   

     

     

(424

)

   

(8,972

)

 

Net increase

   

19,335

     

438,651

     

2,149

     

45,372

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

263,909

     

5,857,892

     

3,982,334

     

81,594,747

   

Redemptions

   

(1,693,881

)

   

(37,660,439

)

   

(4,139,957

)

   

(83,861,639

)

 

Net decrease

   

(1,429,972

)

   

(31,802,547

)

   

(157,623

)

   

(2,266,892

)

 

Total net decrease

   

(4,236,830

)

   

(88,993,654

)

   

(10,536,465

)

   

(201,760,853

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six months ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year ended February 28,

  Year ended
February 29
  Year ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.49

   

$

19.82

   

$

14.14

   

$

13.25

   

$

14.22

   

$

11.63

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.10

)

   

0.01

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.06

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.03

)

   

1.79

     

5.78

     

0.88

     

(0.94

)

   

2.65

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.11

)

   

1.67

     

5.68

     

0.89

     

(0.97

)

   

2.59

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.38

   

$

21.49

   

$

19.82

   

$

14.14

   

$

13.25

   

$

14.22

   

Total return

   

(5.17

%)

   

8.43

%

   

40.17

%

   

6.74

%

   

(6.82

%)

   

22.27

%(b)

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.22

%(d)

   

1.21

%

   

1.23

%(e)

   

1.36

%(e)

   

1.37

%(e)

   

1.31

%

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.22

%(d)(g)

   

1.21

%(g)

   

1.23

%(e)(g)

   

1.35

%(e)(g)

   

1.37

%(e)(g)

   

1.31

%(g)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.74

%)(d)

   

(0.60

%)

   

(0.60

%)

   

0.06

%

   

(0.23

%)

   

(0.47

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

432,700

   

$

483,252

   

$

581,859

   

$

526,471

   

$

811,890

   

$

1,711,839

   

Portfolio turnover

   

43

%

   

81

%

   

99

%

   

65

%

   

104

%

   

87

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  Total return includes a reimbursement of a loss experienced by the Fund due to a compliance violation. The reimbursement had an impact of less than 0.01% on total return.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.43

   

$

18.05

   

$

12.98

   

$

12.25

   

$

13.25

   

$

10.91

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.21

)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.93

)

   

1.62

     

5.28

     

0.81

     

(0.88

)

   

2.48

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.08

)

   

1.38

     

5.07

     

0.73

     

(1.00

)

   

2.34

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.35

   

$

19.43

   

$

18.05

   

$

12.98

   

$

12.25

   

$

13.25

   

Total return

   

(5.56

%)

   

7.65

%

   

39.06

%

   

5.96

%

   

(7.55

%)

   

21.45

%(a)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.97

%(c)

   

1.96

%

   

1.98

%(d)

   

2.10

%(d)

   

2.12

%(d)

   

2.06

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.97

%(c)(f)

   

1.96

%(f)

   

1.98

%(d)(f)

   

2.10

%(d)(f)

   

2.12

%(d)(f)

   

2.06

%(f)

 

Net investment loss

   

(1.49

%)(c)

   

(1.37

%)

   

(1.35

%)

   

(0.67

%)

   

(0.97

%)

   

(1.21

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

16,238

   

$

29,420

   

$

50,972

   

$

52,823

   

$

72,692

   

$

110,427

   

Portfolio turnover

   

43

%

   

81

%

   

99

%

   

65

%

   

104

%

   

87

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Total return includes a reimbursement of a loss experienced by the Fund due to a compliance violation. The reimbursement had an impact of less than 0.01% on total return.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

19.43

   

$

18.05

   

$

12.98

   

$

12.25

   

$

13.25

   

$

10.91

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.21

)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.14

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.93

)

   

1.62

     

5.28

     

0.81

     

(0.88

)

   

2.48

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.08

)

   

1.38

     

5.07

     

0.73

     

(1.00

)

   

2.34

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

18.35

   

$

19.43

   

$

18.05

   

$

12.98

   

$

12.25

   

$

13.25

   

Total return

   

(5.56

%)

   

7.65

%

   

39.06

%

   

5.96

%

   

(7.55

%)

   

21.45

%(a)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.97

%(c)

   

1.96

%

   

1.98

%(d)

   

2.10

%(d)

   

2.12

%(d)

   

2.06

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.97

%(c)(f)

   

1.96

%(f)

   

1.98

%(d)(f)

   

2.10

%(d)(f)

   

2.12

%(d)(f)

   

2.06

%(f)

 

Net investment loss

   

(1.50

%)(c)

   

(1.35

%)

   

(1.36

%)

   

(0.68

%)

   

(0.97

%)

   

(1.22

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

222,213

   

$

252,224

   

$

269,583

   

$

236,373

   

$

342,021

   

$

586,725

   

Portfolio turnover

   

43

%

   

81

%

   

99

%

   

65

%

   

104

%

   

87

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Total return includes a reimbursement of a loss experienced by the Fund due to a compliance violation. The reimbursement had an impact of less than 0.01% on total return.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

21.12

   

$

19.52

   

$

13.97

   

$

13.12

   

$

14.11

   

$

11.57

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.01

)

   

1.76

     

5.69

     

0.87

     

(0.93

)

   

2.63

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.12

)

   

1.60

     

5.55

     

0.85

     

(0.99

)

   

2.54

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

20.00

   

$

21.12

   

$

19.52

   

$

13.97

   

$

13.12

   

$

14.11

   

Total return

   

(5.30

%)

   

8.20

%

   

39.73

%

   

6.48

%

   

(7.02

%)

   

21.95

%(a)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.47

%(c)

   

1.46

%

   

1.48

%(d)

   

1.61

%(d)

   

1.62

%(d)

   

1.56

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

1.47

%(c)(f)

   

1.46

%(f)

   

1.48

%(d)(f)

   

1.60

%(d)(f)

   

1.62

%(d)(f)

   

1.56

%(f)

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.99

%)(c)

   

(0.85

%)

   

(0.85

%)

   

(0.17

%)

   

(0.46

%)

   

(0.71

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

18,024

   

$

21,010

   

$

24,700

   

$

22,756

   

$

30,137

   

$

40,468

   

Portfolio turnover

   

43

%

   

81

%

   

99

%

   

65

%

   

104

%

   

87

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Total return includes a reimbursement of a loss experienced by the Fund due to a compliance violation. The reimbursement had an impact of less than 0.01% on total return.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.52

   

$

20.71

   

$

14.74

   

$

13.29

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.06

)

   

0.01

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.08

)

   

1.87

     

6.03

     

1.48

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.14

)

   

1.81

     

5.97

     

1.49

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.04

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.04

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.38

   

$

22.52

   

$

20.71

   

$

14.74

   

Total return

   

(5.06

%)

   

8.74

%

   

40.50

%

   

11.20

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.97

%(c)

   

0.97

%

   

0.98

%(d)

   

1.02

%(c)(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.97

%(c)(f)

   

0.97

%(f)

   

0.98

%(d)(f)

   

1.02

%(c)(d)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.49

%)(c)

   

(0.28

%)

   

(0.34

%)

   

0.28

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,280

   

$

898

   

$

228

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

43

%

   

81

%

   

99

%

   

65

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.18

   

$

20.37

   

$

19.48

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.04

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.01

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.07

)

   

1.83

     

0.90

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.11

)

   

1.81

     

0.89

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.07

   

$

22.18

   

$

20.37

   

Total return

   

(5.00

%)

   

8.89

%

   

4.57

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.84

%(c)

   

0.84

%

   

0.80

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.84

%(c)

   

0.84

%

   

0.80

%(c)

 

Net investment loss

   

(0.33

%)(c)

   

(0.09

%)

   

(0.51

%)(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

455

   

$

51

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

43

%

   

81

%

   

99

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from January 8, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA MARSCO 21ST CENTURY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

22.14

   

$

20.37

   

$

14.50

   

$

13.57

   

$

14.54

   

$

11.86

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.07

)

   

(0.06

)

   

0.04

     

0.01

     

(0.03

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.06

)

   

1.84

     

5.93

     

0.92

     

(0.98

)

   

2.71

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.12

)

   

1.77

     

5.87

     

0.96

     

(0.97

)

   

2.68

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.03

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.03

)

   

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.02

   

$

22.14

   

$

20.37

   

$

14.50

   

$

13.57

   

$

14.54

   

Total return

   

(5.06

%)

   

8.69

%

   

40.48

%

   

7.09

%

   

(6.67

%)

   

22.60

%(a)

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.97

%(c)

   

0.97

%

   

0.98

%(d)

   

1.11

%(d)

   

1.12

%(d)

   

1.06

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.97

%(c)(f)

   

0.97

%(f)

   

0.98

%(d)(f)

   

1.10

%(d)(f)

   

1.12

%(d)(f)

   

1.06

%(f)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.49

%)(c)

   

(0.34

%)

   

(0.36

%)

   

0.27

%

   

0.04

%

   

(0.20

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

199,433

   

$

241,743

   

$

225,554

   

$

200,226

   

$

449,867

   

$

1,245,671

   

Portfolio turnover

   

43

%

   

81

%

   

99

%

   

65

%

   

104

%

   

87

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Total return includes a reimbursement of a loss experienced by the Fund due to a compliance violation. The reimbursement had an impact of less than 0.01% on total return.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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Note 1. Organization

Columbia Marsico 21st Century Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class R, Class R4, Class R5 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans

and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on

foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income

distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate over sight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund's subadviser (see Subadvisory Agreement) has the primary

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.77% to 0.57% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.75% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $2,328,575, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $194,702.

Subadvisory Agreement

The Investment Manager has entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Marsico Capital Management, LLC (Marsico) to serve as the subadviser to the Fund. The Investment Manager compensates Marsico to manage the investment of the Fund's assets.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,299.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts

payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.19

%

 

Class B

   

0.19

   

Class C

   

0.19

   

Class R

   

0.19

   

Class R4

   

0.19

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class Z

   

0.19

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $640.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75% and 0.50% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class R shares of the Fund, respectively.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $59,544 for Class A, $74 for Class B and $432 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft

charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.25

%

   

1.30

%

 

Class B

   

2.00

     

2.05

   

Class C

   

2.00

     

2.05

   

Class R

   

1.50

     

1.55

   

Class R4

   

1.00

     

1.05

   

Class R5

   

0.91

     

0.96

   

Class Z

   

1.00

     

1.05

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $770,003,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

138,748,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(25,742,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

113,006,000

   

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of February 28, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:

Year of Expiration

 

Amount ($)

 
 

2018

     

1,461,784,105

   

Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $815,200 as arising on March 1, 2015. Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $415,549,726 and $575,530,294, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager,

severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Consumer Discretionary Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the consumer discretionary sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the consumer discretionary sector are subject to certain risks, including fluctuations in the performance of the overall domestic and international economy, interest rate changes, increased competition and consumer confidence. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including reduced disposable household income, reduced consumer spending, changing demographics and consumer taste

Health Care Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the health care sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the health care sector are subject to certain risks, including restrictions on government reimbursement for medical expenses, government approval of medical products and services, competitive pricing pressures, and the rising cost of medical products and services (especially for companies dependent upon a relatively limited number of products or services). Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including, government regulation, obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so), product liability and other similar litigation as well as product obsolescence.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 16.8% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 16.7% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Technology and Technology-related Investment Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the information technology sector, as well as other technology-related sectors (collectively, the technology sectors) than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the technology sectors are subject to certain risks, including the risk that new services, equipment or technologies will not be accepted by consumers and businesses or will become rapidly obsolete. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so) and significant competitive pressures, including aggressive pricing of their products or services, new market entrants, competition for market share and short product cycles due to an accelerated rate of technological developments. Such competitive pressures may lead to limited earnings and/or falling profit margins. As a result, the value of their securities may fall or fail to rise. In addition, many technology sector companies have limited operating histories and prices of these companies' securities historically have been more volatile than other securities, especially over the short term.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement

agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico 21st Century Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements) for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the Advisory Agreements with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Board took into account the information it received and reviewed concerning Columbia Management's ongoing oversight and monitoring of the subadvisers, observing the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other noted services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the Subadviser oversight structure and the Columbia Management team dedicated thereto as well as the contemplated enhancements to the team and its resources. The Board also noted the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written) and other considerations, including, in particular, the performance of the Fund (discussed below), as well as the Investment Manager's recommendation that the Board approve renewal of the Subadvisory Agreement with the Subadviser the Board concluded that the services being performed under the Subadvisory Agreement were acceptable for purposes of renewal for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should

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permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. For purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Marsico 21st Century Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Marsico Capital Management, LLC (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers and the planned enhancements for the Subadviser investment oversight, research and monitoring program, including a restructuring and bolstering of the subadvisory oversight and research team. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and

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its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreement.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund, recognizing that the Subadviser was being subject to heightened surveillance.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance was appropriate in light of the particular management style involved and the particular market environment.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for selecting and monitoring the Subadviser and the enhancements being implemented to the program. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board's analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no

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higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was slightly below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by other comparable mutual funds employing the Subadviser to provide subadvisory services. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund's investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Marsico 21st Century Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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August 31, 2015

COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND




ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

Not part of the shareholder report




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

19

   

Statement of Operations

   

21

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

22

   

Financial Highlights

   

24

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

31

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

40

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

42

   

Important Information About This Report

   

45

   

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PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Small Cap Index Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -4.58% for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the unmanaged S&P SmallCap 600 Index, which returned -4.29% for the same period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

10/15/96

   

-4.58

     

1.26

     

16.84

     

7.72

   

Class B*

 

03/07/11

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-4.94

     

0.50

     

15.96

     

6.92

   

Including sales charges

           

-9.58

     

-4.19

     

15.74

     

6.92

   

Class I*

 

11/16/11

   

-4.45

     

1.55

     

17.09

     

7.84

   

Class K*

 

03/07/11

   

-4.56

     

1.30

     

16.84

     

7.72

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-4.45

     

1.53

     

17.02

     

7.80

   

Class W*

 

06/25/14

   

-4.57

     

1.29

     

16.85

     

7.73

   

Class Z

 

10/15/96

   

-4.44

     

1.55

     

17.13

     

8.00

   

S&P SmallCap 600 Index

           

-4.29

     

1.80

     

17.37

     

8.13

   

Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The S&P SmallCap 600 Index tracks the performance of 600 domestic companies traded on major stock exchanges. The S&P SmallCap 600 Index is heavily weighted with the stocks of companies with small market capitalizations.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

Christopher Lo, CFA

Vadim Shteyn

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Toro Co. (The)

   

0.6

   

Amsurg Corp.

   

0.6

   

ABIOMED, Inc.

   

0.6

   

MarkeTaxess Holdings, Inc.

   

0.5

   

j2 Global, Inc.

   

0.5

   

Curtiss-Wright Corp.

   

0.5

   

Piedmont Natural Gas Co., Inc.

   

0.5

   

Pool Corp.

   

0.5

   

Microsemi Corp.

   

0.5

   

Post Properties, Inc.

   

0.5

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

96.6

   

Money Market Funds

   

3.4

   

Rights

   

0.0

(a)

 

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

(a) Rounds to zero.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

14.7

   

Consumer Staples

   

2.8

   

Energy

   

3.0

   

Financials

   

23.3

   

Health Care

   

13.6

   

Industrials

   

17.0

   

Information Technology

   

16.0

   

Materials

   

5.0

   

Telecommunication Services

   

0.7

   

Utilities

   

3.9

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.20

     

1,023.00

     

2.22

     

2.30

     

0.45

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

950.60

     

1,019.21

     

5.92

     

6.12

     

1.20

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

955.50

     

1,024.26

     

0.99

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Class K

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.40

     

1,023.00

     

2.22

     

2.30

     

0.45

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

955.50

     

1,024.26

     

0.99

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Class W

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

954.30

     

1,023.00

     

2.22

     

2.30

     

0.45

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

955.60

     

1,024.26

     

0.99

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 96.5%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 14.2%

 

Auto Components 0.9%

 

Dorman Products, Inc.(a)

   

143,295

     

7,214,903

   

Drew Industries, Inc.

   

112,587

     

6,221,558

   

Gentherm, Inc.(a)

   

167,520

     

7,637,237

   

Standard Motor Products, Inc.

   

97,599

     

3,455,005

   

Superior Industries International, Inc.

   

108,174

     

2,066,123

   

Total

       

26,594,826

   

Automobiles 0.1%

 

Winnebago Industries, Inc.

   

125,650

     

2,573,312

   

Distributors 0.5%

 

Pool Corp.

   

203,532

     

14,182,110

   

VOXX International Corp.(a)

   

92,464

     

716,596

   

Total

       

14,898,706

   

Diversified Consumer Services 0.4%

 

American Public Education, Inc.(a)

   

80,004

     

1,754,488

   

Capella Education Co.

   

50,723

     

2,472,746

   

Career Education Corp.(a)

   

281,888

     

1,045,804

   

Regis Corp.(a)

   

206,270

     

2,235,967

   

Strayer Education, Inc.(a)

   

51,205

     

2,674,949

   

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.

   

97,982

     

437,000

   

Total

       

10,620,954

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 3.0%

 

Biglari Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

4,919

     

1,836,066

   

BJ's Restaurants, Inc.(a)

   

101,562

     

4,366,150

   

Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

   

104,160

     

4,706,990

   

Boyd Gaming Corp.(a)

   

370,753

     

5,969,123

   

DineEquity, Inc.

   

77,331

     

7,385,111

   

Interval Leisure Group, Inc.

   

184,918

     

3,709,455

   

Marcus Corp. (The)

   

85,693

     

1,663,301

   

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corp.

   

128,827

     

9,148,005

   

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.(a)

   

47,155

     

827,570

   

Papa John's International, Inc.

   

137,356

     

9,237,191

   

Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc.(a)

   

282,374

     

10,665,266

   

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc.(a)

   

108,020

     

6,008,073

   

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc.(a)

   

65,904

     

5,192,576

   

Ruby Tuesday, Inc.(a)

   

289,625

     

1,905,733

   

Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc.

   

162,878

     

2,619,078

   

Scientific Games Corp., Class A(a)

   

232,250

     

2,559,395

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Sonic Corp.

   

230,493

     

6,223,311

   

Texas Roadhouse, Inc.

   

293,938

     

10,578,829

   

Total

       

94,601,223

   

Household Durables 1.9%

 

Ethan Allen Interiors, Inc.

   

121,562

     

3,616,470

   

Helen of Troy Ltd.(a)

   

124,978

     

10,640,627

   

iRobot Corp.(a)

   

138,685

     

4,063,471

   

La-Z-Boy, Inc.

   

238,827

     

6,594,013

   

M/I Homes, Inc.(a)

   

114,423

     

2,858,287

   

Meritage Homes Corp.(a)

   

175,601

     

7,399,826

   

Ryland Group, Inc. (The)

   

218,306

     

9,439,551

   

Standard Pacific Corp.(a)

   

693,807

     

5,862,669

   

TopBuild Corp.(a)

   

180,430

     

5,723,240

   

Universal Electronics, Inc.(a)

   

74,019

     

3,374,526

   

Total

       

59,572,680

   

Internet & Catalog Retail 0.3%

 

Blue Nile, Inc.(a)

   

55,372

     

1,885,970

   

FTD Companies, Inc.(a)

   

85,460

     

2,554,399

   

Nutrisystem, Inc.

   

136,692

     

3,824,642

   

PetMed Express, Inc.

   

95,418

     

1,582,031

   

Total

       

9,847,042

   

Leisure Products 0.3%

 

Arctic Cat, Inc.

   

60,439

     

1,597,403

   

Callaway Golf Co.

   

364,205

     

3,223,214

   

Sturm Ruger & Co., Inc.

   

88,180

     

5,545,640

   

Total

       

10,366,257

   

Media 0.6%

 

EW Scripps Co. (The), Class A

   

247,454

     

4,335,394

   

Gannett Co., Inc.

   

526,670

     

6,904,644

   

Harte-Hanks, Inc.

   

199,600

     

768,460

   

Scholastic Corp.

   

125,390

     

5,418,102

   

Sizmek, Inc.(a)

   

100,643

     

661,224

   

Total

       

18,087,824

   

Multiline Retail 0.1%

 

Fred's, Inc., Class A

   

162,959

     

2,138,022

   

Tuesday Morning Corp.(a)

   

206,592

     

1,638,275

   

Total

       

3,776,297

   

Specialty Retail 4.3%

 

Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.(a)

   

181,923

     

2,346,807

   

Barnes & Noble, Inc.

   

287,850

     

4,493,339

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp.

   

85,245

     

980,318

   

Buckle, Inc. (The)

   

132,261

     

5,581,414

   

Caleres, Inc.

   

204,364

     

6,805,321

   

Cato Corp. (The), Class A

   

120,465

     

4,231,935

   

Children's Place, Inc. (The)

   

96,191

     

5,763,765

   

Christopher & Banks Corp.(a)

   

173,592

     

303,786

   

Express, Inc.(a)

   

394,150

     

8,040,660

   

Finish Line, Inc., Class A (The)

   

214,857

     

5,665,779

   

Francesca's Holdings Corp.(a)

   

197,445

     

2,219,282

   

Genesco, Inc.(a)

   

112,132

     

6,715,585

   

Group 1 Automotive, Inc.

   

99,675

     

8,711,595

   

Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc.

   

96,196

     

2,223,090

   

Hibbett Sports, Inc.(a)

   

114,853

     

4,536,693

   

Kirkland's, Inc.

   

69,474

     

1,550,660

   

Lithia Motors, Inc., Class A

   

106,922

     

11,397,885

   

Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

126,358

     

1,909,269

   

MarineMax, Inc.(a)

   

118,949

     

1,938,869

   

Men's Wearhouse, Inc. (The)

   

214,180

     

12,090,461

   

Monro Muffler Brake, Inc.

   

148,511

     

9,414,112

   

Outerwall, Inc.

   

86,088

     

5,303,021

   

PEP Boys-Manny, Moe & Jack (The)(a)

   

250,932

     

3,036,277

   

Select Comfort Corp.(a)

   

244,011

     

5,941,668

   

Sonic Automotive, Inc., Class A

   

154,281

     

3,318,584

   

Stage Stores, Inc.

   

148,942

     

1,599,637

   

Stein Mart, Inc.

   

133,431

     

1,433,049

   

Vitamin Shoppe, Inc.(a)

   

138,773

     

4,968,073

   

Zumiez, Inc.(a)

   

100,838

     

2,350,534

   

Total

       

134,871,468

   

Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 1.8%

 

Crocs, Inc.(a)

   

359,188

     

5,290,839

   

G-III Apparel Group Ltd.(a)

   

178,390

     

12,367,779

   

Iconix Brand Group, Inc.(a)

   

222,721

     

3,093,595

   

Movado Group, Inc.

   

79,813

     

2,259,506

   

Oxford Industries, Inc.

   

68,056

     

5,727,593

   

Perry Ellis International, Inc.(a)

   

56,092

     

1,388,838

   

Steven Madden Ltd.(a)

   

260,592

     

10,647,789

   

Unifi, Inc.(a)

   

67,090

     

1,947,623

   

Wolverine World Wide, Inc.

   

481,592

     

12,978,904

   

Total

       

55,702,466

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

441,513,055

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER STAPLES 2.7%

 

Food & Staples Retailing 0.3%

 

Andersons, Inc. (The)

   

124,589

     

4,407,959

   

SpartanNash Co.

   

175,479

     

4,966,056

   

Total

       

9,374,015

   

Food Products 1.8%

 

B&G Foods, Inc.

   

270,426

     

8,218,246

   

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc.

   

140,216

     

7,448,274

   

Calavo Growers, Inc.

   

72,182

     

4,204,602

   

Darling Ingredients, Inc.(a)

   

770,873

     

9,898,009

   

Diamond Foods, Inc.(a)

   

123,364

     

3,721,892

   

J&J Snack Foods Corp.

   

69,767

     

7,950,647

   

Sanderson Farms, Inc.

   

93,067

     

6,425,346

   

Seneca Foods Corp., Class A(a)

   

30,463

     

898,049

   

Snyders-Lance, Inc.

   

243,751

     

8,231,471

   

Total

       

56,996,536

   

Household Products 0.3%

 

Central Garden & Pet Co., Class A(a)

   

195,772

     

2,476,516

   

WD-40 Co.

   

63,889

     

5,350,065

   

Total

       

7,826,581

   

Personal Products 0.1%

 

Inter Parfums, Inc.

   

79,509

     

2,043,381

   

Medifast, Inc.(a)

   

52,609

     

1,460,952

   

Total

       

3,504,333

   

Tobacco 0.2%

 

Universal Corp.

   

105,410

     

5,187,226

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

82,888,691

   

ENERGY 2.9%

 

Energy Equipment & Services 1.7%

 

Basic Energy Services, Inc.(a)

   

161,131

     

839,493

   

Bristow Group, Inc.

   

162,555

     

6,024,288

   

CARBO Ceramics, Inc.

   

92,290

     

2,530,592

   

Era Group, Inc.(a)

   

91,229

     

1,541,770

   

Exterran Holdings, Inc.

   

323,860

     

7,228,555

   

Geospace Technologies Corp.(a)

   

61,350

     

1,086,509

   

Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc.

   

62,417

     

788,327

   

Gulfmark Offshore, Inc., Class A

   

119,610

     

1,080,078

   

Hornbeck Offshore Services, Inc.(a)

   

148,259

     

2,928,115

   

ION Geophysical Corp.(a)

   

599,349

     

311,661

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Matrix Service Co.(a)

   

124,666

     

2,493,320

   

Newpark Resources, Inc.(a)

   

392,430

     

2,876,512

   

Pioneer Energy Services Corp.(a)

   

299,988

     

992,960

   

SEACOR Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

80,884

     

5,217,827

   

Tesco Corp.

   

165,435

     

1,404,543

   

Tetra Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

371,569

     

2,857,366

   

Tidewater, Inc.

   

219,570

     

3,936,890

   

Unit Corp.(a)

   

219,170

     

3,331,384

   

US Silica Holdings, Inc.

   

249,490

     

5,014,749

   

Total

       

52,484,939

   

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 1.2%

 

Approach Resources, Inc.(a)

   

174,104

     

445,706

   

Bill Barrett Corp.(a)

   

233,470

     

1,277,081

   

Bonanza Creek Energy, Inc.(a)

   

180,730

     

1,382,584

   

Carrizo Oil & Gas, Inc.(a)

   

220,855

     

8,045,748

   

Cloud Peak Energy, Inc.(a)

   

288,224

     

1,377,711

   

Contango Oil & Gas Co.(a)

   

74,208

     

690,876

   

Green Plains, Inc.

   

161,130

     

3,425,624

   

Northern Oil and Gas, Inc.(a)

   

270,230

     

1,629,487

   

PDC Energy, Inc.(a)

   

186,867

     

10,498,188

   

Penn Virginia Corp.(a)

   

333,985

     

410,802

   

REX American Resources Corp.(a)

   

22,860

     

1,225,753

   

Rex Energy Corp.(a)

   

232,110

     

800,780

   

Stone Energy Corp.(a)

   

266,835

     

1,512,954

   

Synergy Resources Corp.(a)

   

422,430

     

4,536,898

   

Total

       

37,260,192

   

Total Energy

       

89,745,131

   

FINANCIALS 22.5%

 

Banks 8.1%

 

Banner Corp.

   

90,043

     

3,998,810

   

BBCN Bancorp, Inc.

   

371,162

     

5,400,407

   

Boston Private Financial Holdings, Inc.

   

387,495

     

4,611,191

   

Cardinal Financial Corp.

   

150,055

     

3,347,727

   

Central Pacific Financial Corp.

   

147,130

     

3,051,476

   

City Holding Co.

   

70,980

     

3,380,068

   

Columbia Banking System, Inc.

   

250,335

     

7,587,654

   

Community Bank System, Inc.

   

190,220

     

6,783,245

   

CVB Financial Corp.

   

451,154

     

7,331,252

   

First BanCorp(a)

   

488,819

     

1,960,164

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

First Commonwealth Financial Corp.

   

415,062

     

3,673,299

   

First Financial Bancorp

   

287,815

     

5,307,309

   

First Financial Bankshares, Inc.

   

299,272

     

9,319,330

   

First Midwest Bancorp, Inc.

   

363,772

     

6,416,938

   

First NBC Bank Holding Co.(a)

   

74,010

     

2,590,350

   

FNB Corp.

   

812,893

     

10,209,936

   

Glacier Bancorp, Inc.

   

352,407

     

9,166,106

   

Hanmi Financial Corp.

   

149,700

     

3,628,728

   

Home Bancshares, Inc.

   

274,310

     

10,456,697

   

Independent Bank Corp.

   

123,106

     

5,575,471

   

LegacyTexas Financial Group, Inc.

   

168,963

     

4,785,032

   

MB Financial, Inc.

   

300,938

     

9,912,898

   

National Penn Bancshares, Inc.

   

653,676

     

7,853,917

   

NBT Bancorp, Inc.

   

205,530

     

5,323,227

   

OFG Bancorp

   

207,960

     

1,796,774

   

Old National Bancorp

   

496,696

     

6,854,405

   

Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc.

   

157,133

     

7,451,247

   

PrivateBancorp, Inc.

   

330,103

     

12,494,399

   

S&T Bancorp, Inc.

   

133,127

     

3,983,160

   

Simmons First National Corp., Class A

   

72,422

     

3,177,153

   

Southside Bancshares, Inc.

   

108,732

     

2,831,381

   

Sterling Bancorp

   

557,810

     

7,826,074

   

Talmer Bancorp, Inc. Class A

   

291,940

     

4,744,025

   

Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc.(a)

   

213,579

     

11,503,365

   

Tompkins Financial Corp.

   

55,893

     

2,933,824

   

UMB Financial Corp.

   

190,417

     

9,545,604

   

United Bankshares, Inc.

   

298,108

     

11,155,201

   

United Community Banks, Inc.

   

241,515

     

4,726,449

   

Westamerica Bancorporation

   

119,210

     

5,381,139

   

Wilshire Bancorp, Inc.

   

329,430

     

3,518,312

   

Wintrust Financial Corp.

   

221,251

     

11,283,801

   

Total

       

252,877,545

   

Capital Markets 1.5%

 
Calamos Asset Management, Inc.,
Class A
   

79,512

     

839,647

   

Evercore Partners, Inc., Class A

   

169,955

     

8,902,243

   

Financial Engines, Inc.

   

242,738

     

7,879,276

   

Greenhill & Co., Inc.

   

128,440

     

4,509,528

   

HFF, Inc., Class A

   

153,577

     

5,579,452

   

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc., Class A

   

267,850

     

10,692,572

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Investment Technology Group, Inc.

   

159,703

     

2,622,323

   

Piper Jaffray Companies(a)

   

70,438

     

2,948,535

   

Virtus Investment Partners, Inc.

   

32,437

     

3,732,201

   

Total

       

47,705,777

   

Consumer Finance 1.1%

 

Cash America International, Inc.

   

128,210

     

3,538,596

   

Encore Capital Group, Inc.(a)

   

112,935

     

4,588,549

   

Enova International, Inc.(a)

   

123,181

     

1,601,353

   

Ezcorp, Inc., Class A(a)

   

227,794

     

1,439,658

   

First Cash Financial Services, Inc.(a)

   

131,553

     

5,429,192

   

Green Dot Corp., Class A(a)

   

188,355

     

3,332,000

   

PRA Group, Inc.(a)

   

225,454

     

12,014,444

   

World Acceptance Corp.(a)

   

39,860

     

1,497,939

   

Total

       

33,441,731

   

Diversified Financial Services 0.5%

 

MarkeTaxess Holdings, Inc.

   

174,134

     

15,745,197

   

Insurance 2.5%

 
American Equity Investment Life
Holding Co.
   

380,500

     

9,230,930

   

AMERISAFE, Inc.

   

88,570

     

4,139,762

   

eHealth, Inc.(a)

   

83,558

     

1,248,356

   

Employers Holdings, Inc.

   

148,796

     

3,280,952

   

HCI Group, Inc.

   

41,660

     

1,655,985

   

Horace Mann Educators Corp.

   

191,957

     

6,376,812

   

Infinity Property & Casualty Corp.

   

53,494

     

4,134,016

   

Navigators Group, Inc. (The)(a)

   

51,046

     

3,882,048

   

ProAssurance Corp.

   

256,686

     

12,379,966

   

RLI Corp.

   

173,306

     

9,030,976

   

Safety Insurance Group, Inc.

   

59,147

     

3,109,949

   

Selective Insurance Group, Inc.

   

265,709

     

8,056,297

   

Stewart Information Services Corp.

   

102,950

     

3,988,283

   

United Fire Group, Inc.

   

98,055

     

3,255,426

   

United Insurance Holdings Corp.

   

78,100

     

1,026,234

   

Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc.

   

142,170

     

3,501,647

   

Total

       

78,297,639

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 7.2%

 

Acadia Realty Trust

   

320,932

     

9,483,541

   

Agree Realty Corp.

   

82,125

     

2,336,456

   

American Assets Trust, Inc.

   

173,790

     

6,694,391

   

Capstead Mortgage Corp.

   

447,035

     

4,658,105

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CareTrust REIT, Inc.

   

213,486

     

2,393,178

   

Cedar Realty Trust, Inc.

   

345,126

     

2,160,489

   

Chesapeake Lodging Trust

   

278,320

     

8,046,231

   

Coresite Realty Corp.

   

123,740

     

6,024,901

   

Cousins Properties, Inc.

   

960,081

     

8,803,943

   

DiamondRock Hospitality Co.

   

936,468

     

11,012,864

   

EastGroup Properties, Inc.

   

150,722

     

8,138,988

   

Education Realty Trust, Inc.

   

225,608

     

6,599,034

   

EPR Properties

   

266,815

     

13,578,215

   

Franklin Street Properties Corp.

   

416,025

     

4,330,820

   

Geo Group, Inc. (The)

   

348,137

     

10,454,554

   

Getty Realty Corp.

   

121,621

     

1,916,747

   

Government Properties Income Trust

   

328,305

     

5,200,351

   

Healthcare Realty Trust, Inc.

   

468,402

     

10,726,406

   

Inland Real Estate Corp.

   

412,384

     

3,468,149

   

Kite Realty Group Trust

   

389,960

     

9,167,960

   

Lexington Realty Trust

   

990,759

     

7,995,425

   

LTC Properties, Inc.

   

165,821

     

6,763,838

   

Medical Properties Trust, Inc.

   

1,093,639

     

12,762,767

   

Parkway Properties, Inc.

   

394,251

     

6,244,936

   
Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment
Trust
   

322,484

     

6,398,082

   

Post Properties, Inc.

   

254,724

     

14,101,521

   

PS Business Parks, Inc.

   

90,530

     

6,605,069

   

Retail Opportunity Investments Corp.

   

460,690

     

7,338,792

   

Sabra Health Care REIT, Inc.

   

304,171

     

7,290,979

   

Saul Centers, Inc.

   

53,162

     

2,623,013

   

Summit Hotel Properties, Inc.

   

403,610

     

4,895,789

   

Universal Health Realty Income Trust

   

62,066

     

2,855,036

   

Urstadt Biddle Properties, Inc., Class A

   

130,666

     

2,342,841

   

Total

       

223,413,411

   

Real Estate Management & Development 0.1%

 

Forestar Group, Inc.(a)

   

156,856

     

2,028,148

   

Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 1.5%

 

Astoria Financial Corp.

   

415,230

     

6,714,269

   

Bank Mutual Corp.

   

202,336

     

1,462,889

   

BofI Holding, Inc.(a)

   

63,030

     

7,301,395

   

Brookline Bancorp, Inc.

   

328,784

     

3,468,671

   

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc.

   

141,414

     

2,408,281

   

LendingTree, Inc.(a)

   

29,910

     

3,168,965

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Northfield Bancorp, Inc.

   

220,790

     

3,305,226

   

Northwest Bancshares, Inc.

   

473,486

     

6,079,560

   

Oritani Financial Corp.

   

174,508

     

2,631,581

   

Provident Financial Services, Inc.

   

252,561

     

4,783,505

   

TrustCo Bank Corp.

   

443,505

     

2,625,550

   

Walker & Dunlop, Inc.(a)

   

124,310

     

3,024,462

   

Total

       

46,974,354

   

Total Financials

       

700,483,802

   

HEALTH CARE 13.2%

 

Biotechnology 1.2%

 

Acorda Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

199,655

     

6,382,970

   

Emergent Biosolutions, Inc.(a)

   

139,589

     

4,646,918

   

Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

54,330

     

2,121,043

   

Ligand Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

83,500

     

7,676,990

   

MiMedx Group, Inc.(a)

   

446,590

     

4,336,389

   

Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

277,441

     

5,412,874

   

OPKO Health, Inc.(a)

   

1

     

6

   

Repligen Corp.(a)

   

144,080

     

4,910,246

   

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

275,075

     

1,999,795

   

Total

       

37,487,231

   

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 4.6%

 

Abaxis, Inc.

   

99,439

     

4,675,622

   

ABIOMED, Inc.(a)

   

175,264

     

16,807,818

   

Analogic Corp.

   

58,050

     

4,677,669

   

Angiodynamics, Inc.(a)

   

120,660

     

1,780,942

   

Anika Therapeutics, Inc.(a)

   

68,250

     

2,416,732

   

Cantel Medical Corp.

   

164,775

     

8,177,783

   

CONMED Corp.

   

128,768

     

6,832,430

   

CryoLife, Inc.

   

118,980

     

1,163,624

   

Cyberonics, Inc.(a)

   

121,273

     

7,923,978

   

Cynosure Inc., Class A(a)

   

103,396

     

3,271,449

   

Greatbatch, Inc.(a)

   

119,052

     

6,764,535

   

Haemonetics Corp.(a)

   

241,137

     

8,707,457

   

ICU Medical, Inc.(a)

   

64,779

     

7,353,712

   

Inogen, Inc.(a)

   

44,940

     

2,215,093

   

Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corp.(a)

   

130,139

     

7,805,737

   

Invacare Corp.

   

137,422

     

2,417,253

   

Masimo Corp.(a)

   

221,870

     

9,014,578

   

Meridian Bioscience, Inc.

   

194,630

     

3,723,272

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.(a)

   

205,428

     

4,673,487

   

Natus Medical, Inc.(a)

   

153,810

     

6,256,991

   

Neogen Corp.(a)

   

172,829

     

8,924,889

   

NuVasive, Inc.(a)

   

225,621

     

11,894,739

   

SurModics, Inc.(a)

   

60,709

     

1,381,130

   

Vascular Solutions, Inc.(a)

   

73,300

     

2,533,248

   

Total

       

141,394,168

   

Health Care Providers & Services 3.7%

 

Aceto Corp.

   

127,700

     

2,861,757

   

Air Methods Corp.(a)

   

167,660

     

6,278,867

   

Almost Family, Inc.(a)

   

36,894

     

1,634,404

   

Amedisys, Inc.(a)

   

157,084

     

6,069,726

   

AMN Healthcare Services, Inc.(a)

   

221,880

     

7,455,168

   

Amsurg Corp.(a)

   

225,879

     

17,713,431

   

Chemed Corp.

   

79,678

     

10,864,095

   

Corvel Corp.(a)

   

40,908

     

1,228,467

   

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc.(a)

   

141,081

     

1,959,615

   

Ensign Group, Inc. (The)

   

106,874

     

5,017,734

   

ExamWorks Group, Inc.(a)

   

163,950

     

5,872,689

   

Hanger, Inc.(a)

   

164,904

     

2,956,729

   

HealthEquity, Inc.(a)

   

159,110

     

4,665,105

   

Healthways, Inc.(a)

   

166,561

     

2,033,710

   

IPC Healthcare, Inc.(a)

   

81,121

     

6,441,008

   

Kindred Healthcare, Inc.

   

389,375

     

7,818,650

   

Landauer, Inc.

   

44,696

     

1,716,773

   

LHC Group, Inc.(a)

   

57,850

     

2,504,905

   

Magellan Health, Inc.(a)

   

127,496

     

7,139,776

   

PharMerica Corp.(a)

   

141,779

     

4,639,009

   

Providence Service Corp. (The)(a)

   

56,120

     

2,515,860

   

Select Medical Holdings Corp.

   

452,600

     

5,838,540

   

Total

       

115,226,018

   

Health Care Technology 1.2%

 

Computer Programs & Systems, Inc.

   

49,101

     

2,259,628

   

HealthStream, Inc.(a)

   

111,939

     

2,781,684

   

HMS Holdings Corp.(a)

   

412,320

     

4,308,744

   

MedAssets, Inc.(a)

   

281,650

     

5,948,448

   

Medidata Solutions, Inc.(a)

   

257,912

     

12,384,934

   

Omnicell, Inc.(a)

   

169,115

     

5,746,528

   

Quality Systems, Inc.

   

205,393

     

2,791,291

   

Total

       

36,221,257

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Life Sciences Tools & Services 0.5%

 

Affymetrix, Inc.(a)

   

360,771

     

3,365,994

   

Albany Molecular Research, Inc.(a)

   

120,370

     

2,400,178

   

Cambrex Corp.(a)

   

146,093

     

6,984,706

   

Luminex Corp.(a)

   

179,124

     

3,263,639

   

Total

       

16,014,517

   

Pharmaceuticals 2.0%

 

ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

38,350

     

1,870,330

   

Depomed, Inc.(a)

   

279,770

     

7,534,206

   

Impax Laboratories, Inc.(a)

   

311,130

     

12,743,885

   

Lannett Co., Inc.(a)

   

125,130

     

5,999,983

   

Medicines Co. (The)(a)

   

309,017

     

12,669,697

   

Nektar Therapeutics(a)

   

614,370

     

6,788,788

   

Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

243,998

     

11,350,787

   

Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

106,300

     

2,123,874

   

Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

133,710

     

2,426,837

   

Total

       

63,508,387

   

Total Health Care

       

409,851,578

   

INDUSTRIALS 16.4%

 

Aerospace & Defense 1.7%

 

AAR Corp.

   

157,583

     

3,833,994

   

Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

292,547

     

6,017,692

   

Aerovironment, Inc.(a)

   

93,619

     

2,251,537

   

American Science & Engineering, Inc.

   

33,336

     

1,310,438

   

Cubic Corp.

   

101,597

     

4,279,265

   

Curtiss-Wright Corp.

   

221,877

     

14,579,538

   

Engility Holdings, Inc.

   

82,216

     

2,285,605

   

Moog, Inc., Class A(a)

   

180,664

     

11,399,898

   

National Presto Industries, Inc.

   

22,957

     

1,883,622

   

Taser International, Inc.(a)

   

249,380

     

5,835,492

   

Total

       

53,677,081

   

Air Freight & Logistics 0.8%

 

Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

116,665

     

4,819,431

   

Echo Global Logistics, Inc.(a)

   

119,730

     

2,784,920

   

Forward Air Corp.

   

144,509

     

6,505,795

   

HUB Group, Inc., Class A(a)

   

159,437

     

6,009,180

   

UTi Worldwide, Inc.(a)

   

430,280

     

3,063,594

   

Total

       

23,182,920

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Airlines 0.7%

 

Allegiant Travel Co.

   

62,772

     

12,759,037

   

Hawaiian Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

255,290

     

5,784,871

   

Republic Airways Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

237,170

     

730,484

   

Skywest, Inc.

   

241,109

     

3,833,633

   

Total

       

23,108,025

   

Building Products 1.2%

 

AAON, Inc.

   

194,499

     

4,022,239

   

American Woodmark Corp.(a)

   

58,620

     

3,885,334

   

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.

   

136,210

     

7,103,352

   

Gibraltar Industries, Inc.(a)

   

135,777

     

2,225,385

   

Griffon Corp.

   

190,535

     

3,170,502

   

PGT, Inc.(a)

   

222,830

     

2,979,237

   

Quanex Building Products Corp.

   

158,034

     

2,836,710

   

Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.

   

195,756

     

6,833,842

   

Universal Forest Products, Inc.

   

93,250

     

5,600,595

   

Total

       

38,657,196

   

Commercial Services & Supplies 2.8%

 

ABM Industries, Inc.

   

244,798

     

7,835,984

   

Brady Corp., Class A

   

222,676

     

4,889,965

   

Brink's Co. (The)

   

226,890

     

6,502,667

   

Essendant, Inc.

   

178,914

     

6,172,533

   

G&K Services, Inc., Class A

   

93,279

     

6,306,593

   

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.

   

333,536

     

11,153,444

   

Interface, Inc.

   

308,299

     

7,473,168

   

Matthews International Corp., Class A

   

138,480

     

7,032,014

   

Mobile Mini, Inc.

   

215,709

     

7,336,263

   

Tetra Tech, Inc.

   

281,154

     

7,304,381

   

U.S. Ecology, Inc.

   

101,090

     

5,050,456

   

Unifirst Corp.

   

73,282

     

7,944,502

   

Viad Corp.

   

93,572

     

2,558,259

   

Total

       

87,560,229

   

Construction & Engineering 1.2%

 

Aegion Corp.(a)

   

174,858

     

3,217,387

   

Comfort Systems U.S.A., Inc.

   

174,453

     

4,835,837

   

Dycom Industries, Inc.(a)

   

159,024

     

11,305,016

   

EMCOR Group, Inc.

   

292,489

     

13,480,818

   

MYR Group, Inc.(a)

   

97,670

     

2,802,153

   

Orion Marine Group, Inc.(a)

   

128,738

     

924,339

   

Total

       

36,565,550

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Electrical Equipment 1.0%

 

AZZ, Inc.

   

120,215

     

6,082,879

   

Encore Wire Corp.

   

87,094

     

2,827,942

   

EnerSys

   

207,444

     

11,092,031

   

Franklin Electric Co., Inc.

   

184,436

     

5,402,130

   

General Cable Corp.

   

228,090

     

3,318,710

   

Powell Industries, Inc.

   

42,455

     

1,246,479

   

Vicor Corp.(a)

   

77,719

     

758,537

   

Total

       

30,728,708

   

Machinery 3.8%

 

Actuant Corp., Class A

   

277,884

     

5,957,833

   

Albany International Corp., Class A

   

134,372

     

4,286,467

   

Astec Industries, Inc.

   

87,927

     

3,473,996

   

Barnes Group, Inc.

   

230,060

     

8,887,218

   

Briggs & Stratton Corp.

   

208,094

     

4,157,718

   

Chart Industries, Inc.(a)

   

142,310

     

3,637,444

   

CIRCOR International, Inc.

   

80,012

     

3,619,743

   

EnPro Industries, Inc.

   

106,483

     

5,051,553

   

ESCO Technologies, Inc.

   

121,732

     

4,395,742

   

Federal Signal Corp.

   

291,726

     

4,127,923

   

Harsco Corp.

   

374,150

     

4,325,174

   

Hillenbrand, Inc.

   

296,415

     

7,991,348

   

John Bean Technologies Corp.

   

136,358

     

4,516,177

   

Lindsay Corp.

   

55,098

     

4,200,121

   

Lydall, Inc.(a)

   

79,388

     

2,156,178

   

Mueller Industries, Inc.

   

265,630

     

8,449,690

   

Standex International Corp.

   

59,618

     

4,770,632

   

Tennant Co.

   

85,860

     

4,921,495

   

Titan International, Inc.

   

250,920

     

2,303,446

   

Toro Co. (The)

   

256,799

     

18,309,769

   

Watts Water Technologies, Inc., Class A

   

131,775

     

7,227,859

   

Total

       

116,767,526

   

Marine 0.3%

 

Matson, Inc.

   

202,750

     

7,639,620

   

Professional Services 1.5%

 

CDI Corp.

   

67,834

     

693,942

   

Exponent, Inc.

   

121,230

     

5,182,582

   

Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.

   

76,932

     

1,499,405

   

Insperity, Inc.

   

105,902

     

4,700,990

   

Kelly Services, Inc., Class A

   

139,079

     

2,009,691

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Korn/Ferry International

   

235,217

     

8,013,843

   

Navigant Consulting, Inc.(a)

   

225,062

     

3,553,729

   

On Assignment, Inc.(a)

   

217,202

     

7,814,928

   

Resources Connection, Inc.

   

175,307

     

2,750,567

   

TrueBlue, Inc.(a)

   

195,691

     

4,696,584

   

Wageworks, Inc.(a)

   

155,060

     

6,948,239

   

Total

       

47,864,500

   

Road & Rail 0.9%

 

ArcBest Corp.

   

112,845

     

3,258,964

   

Celadon Group, Inc.

   

126,790

     

2,420,421

   

Heartland Express, Inc.

   

258,056

     

5,223,053

   

Knight Transportation, Inc.

   

287,909

     

7,831,125

   

Marten Transport Ltd.

   

111,440

     

2,062,754

   
Roadrunner Transportation
Systems, Inc.(a)
   

140,610

     

3,048,425

   

Saia, Inc.(a)

   

117,060

     

4,395,603

   

Total

       

28,240,345

   

Trading Companies & Distributors 0.5%

 

Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc.

   

187,371

     

7,933,288

   

DXP Enterprises, Inc.(a)

   

59,110

     

1,758,523

   

Kaman Corp.

   

127,041

     

4,933,002

   

Veritiv Corp.(a)

   

38,070

     

1,367,855

   

Total

       

15,992,668

   

Total Industrials

       

509,984,368

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 15.4%

 

Communications Equipment 1.4%

 

ADTRAN, Inc.

   

232,860

     

3,730,417

   

Bel Fuse, Inc., Class B

   

49,680

     

877,349

   

Black Box Corp.

   

71,693

     

1,104,072

   

CalAmp Corp.(a)

   

169,015

     

2,809,029

   

Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

   

75,207

     

2,006,523

   

Digi International, Inc.(a)

   

116,307

     

1,190,984

   

Harmonic, Inc.(a)

   

413,076

     

2,383,449

   

Ixia(a)

   

277,941

     

4,299,747

   

Lumentum Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

218,670

     

4,316,546

   

NETGEAR, Inc.(a)

   

149,915

     

4,554,418

   

Viasat, Inc.(a)

   

204,785

     

12,035,214

   

Viavi Solutions, Inc.(a)

   

1,093,350

     

5,871,289

   

Total

       

45,179,037

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 4.0%

 

Agilysys, Inc.(a)

   

69,054

     

709,185

   

Anixter International, Inc.(a)

   

127,621

     

8,124,353

   

Badger Meter, Inc.

   

67,548

     

3,937,373

   

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.(a)

   

244,661

     

5,228,406

   

Checkpoint Systems, Inc.

   

196,283

     

1,585,967

   

Coherent, Inc.(a)

   

111,189

     

6,482,319

   

CTS Corp.

   

154,887

     

2,919,620

   

Daktronics, Inc.

   

183,173

     

1,591,773

   

DTS, Inc.(a)

   

82,528

     

2,189,468

   

Electro Scientific Industries, Inc.

   

124,793

     

579,040

   

Fabrinet(a)

   

138,840

     

2,760,139

   

FARO Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

81,086

     

3,150,191

   

II-VI, Inc.(a)

   

242,183

     

4,090,471

   

Insight Enterprises, Inc.(a)

   

180,854

     

4,577,415

   

Itron, Inc.(a)

   

179,630

     

5,388,900

   

Littelfuse, Inc.

   

105,327

     

9,453,098

   

Mercury Systems, Inc.(a)

   

151,579

     

2,401,011

   

Methode Electronics, Inc.

   

178,921

     

4,753,931

   

MTS Systems Corp.

   

69,541

     

4,140,471

   

Newport Corp.(a)

   

184,161

     

2,817,663

   

OSI Systems, Inc.(a)

   

86,887

     

6,346,226

   

Park Electrochemical Corp.

   

95,117

     

1,675,010

   

Plexus Corp.(a)

   

156,744

     

5,967,244

   

Rofin-Sinar Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

131,399

     

3,346,733

   

Rogers Corp.(a)

   

86,896

     

4,836,631

   

Sanmina Corp.(a)

   

385,510

     

7,417,212

   

Scansource, Inc.(a)

   

133,535

     

5,101,037

   

SYNNEX Corp.

   

130,885

     

10,364,783

   

TTM Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

293,813

     

2,003,805

   

Total

       

123,939,475

   

Internet Software & Services 2.3%

 

Blucora, Inc.(a)

   

190,879

     

2,664,671

   

comScore, Inc.(a)

   

157,483

     

8,222,187

   

Constant Contact, Inc.(a)

   

151,380

     

3,748,169

   

Dealertrack Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

209,771

     

13,165,228

   

DHI Group, Inc.(a)

   

179,695

     

1,401,621

   

j2 Global, Inc.

   

213,680

     

14,867,854

   

Liquidity Services, Inc.(a)

   

114,820

     

861,150

   

LivePerson, Inc.(a)

   

242,232

     

2,216,423

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

LogMeIn, Inc.(a)

   

114,894

     

7,162,492

   

Monster Worldwide, Inc.(a)

   

424,600

     

3,086,842

   

NIC, Inc.

   

284,405

     

5,358,190

   

QuinStreet, Inc.(a)

   

162,149

     

891,820

   

Stamps.com, Inc.(a)

   

70,370

     

5,794,266

   

XO Group, Inc.(a)

   

111,077

     

1,627,278

   

Total

       

71,068,191

   

IT Services 1.9%

 

CACI International, Inc., Class A(a)

   

112,809

     

8,846,482

   

Cardtronics, Inc.(a)

   

209,368

     

7,223,196

   

Ciber, Inc.(a)

   

331,039

     

1,132,153

   

CSG Systems International, Inc.

   

152,807

     

4,723,264

   

ExlService Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

148,770

     

5,382,498

   

Forrester Research, Inc.

   

50,470

     

1,595,357

   

Heartland Payment Systems, Inc.

   

170,760

     

10,173,881

   

Mantech International Corp., Class A

   

110,300

     

3,021,117

   

Perficient, Inc.(a)

   

165,323

     

2,737,749

   

Sykes Enterprises, Inc.(a)

   

181,853

     

4,573,603

   

TeleTech Holdings, Inc.

   

81,375

     

2,201,194

   

Virtusa Corp.(a)

   

125,878

     

6,661,464

   

Total

       

58,271,958

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.0%

 

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.(a)

   

179,343

     

4,352,655

   

Brooks Automation, Inc.

   

314,849

     

3,268,133

   

Cabot Microelectronics Corp.(a)

   

115,337

     

5,003,319

   

Ceva, Inc.(a)

   

96,145

     

1,850,791

   

Cirrus Logic, Inc.(a)

   

295,860

     

8,923,138

   

Cohu, Inc.

   

120,876

     

1,172,497

   

Diodes, Inc.(a)

   

172,357

     

3,393,709

   

DSP Group, Inc.(a)

   

104,323

     

912,826

   

Exar Corp.(a)

   

224,182

     

1,322,674

   

Kopin Corp.(a)

   

285,429

     

884,830

   

Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc.(a)

   

358,425

     

3,784,968

   

Microsemi Corp.(a)

   

444,068

     

14,103,600

   

MKS Instruments, Inc.

   

249,016

     

8,391,839

   

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.

   

171,528

     

8,248,781

   

Nanometrics, Inc.(a)

   

111,900

     

1,554,291

   

Pericom Semiconductor Corp.

   

95,029

     

1,157,453

   

Power Integrations, Inc.

   

137,304

     

5,389,182

   

Rudolph Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

149,005

     

1,901,304

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Semtech Corp.(a)

   

310,380

     

5,260,941

   

Tessera Technologies, Inc.

   

218,484

     

7,153,166

   

Ultratech, Inc.(a)

   

128,784

     

2,215,085

   

Veeco Instruments, Inc.(a)

   

188,425

     

4,346,965

   

Total

       

94,592,147

   

Software 2.2%

 

Blackbaud, Inc.

   

218,690

     

12,495,947

   

Bottomline Technologies de, Inc.(a)

   

176,002

     

4,706,293

   

Ebix, Inc.

   

130,578

     

3,707,109

   

EPIQ Systems, Inc.

   

149,605

     

1,902,976

   

ePlus, Inc.(a)

   

27,730

     

2,099,716

   

Interactive Intelligence Group, Inc.(a)

   

80,425

     

2,815,679

   

MicroStrategy, Inc., Class A(a)

   

42,279

     

8,400,837

   

Monotype Imaging Holdings, Inc.

   

186,791

     

3,956,233

   

Progress Software Corp.(a)

   

236,073

     

6,395,217

   

Synchronoss Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

171,648

     

6,932,863

   

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.(a)

   

394,768

     

11,499,592

   

Tangoe, Inc.(a)

   

171,050

     

1,282,875

   
VASCO Data Security
International, Inc.(a)
   

137,333

     

2,296,208

   

Total

       

68,491,545

   

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 0.6%

 

Electronics for Imaging, Inc.(a)

   

218,738

     

9,574,162

   

QLogic Corp.(a)

   

407,130

     

4,209,724

   

Super Micro Computer, Inc.(a)

   

167,602

     

4,583,915

   

Total

       

18,367,801

   

Total Information Technology

       

479,910,154

   

MATERIALS 4.8%

 

Chemicals 2.3%

 

A. Schulman, Inc.

   

137,383

     

4,716,358

   

American Vanguard Corp.

   

118,201

     

1,579,165

   

Balchem Corp.

   

145,062

     

8,490,479

   

Calgon Carbon Corp.

   

245,916

     

3,998,594

   

Flotek Industries, Inc.(a)

   

232,085

     

4,539,583

   

FutureFuel Corp.

   

104,040

     

1,048,723

   

H.B. Fuller Co.

   

235,633

     

8,539,340

   

Hawkins, Inc.

   

44,087

     

1,677,510

   

Innophos Holdings, Inc.

   

91,660

     

4,406,096

   

Innospec, Inc.

   

113,570

     

5,576,287

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Intrepid Potash, Inc.(a)

   

264,560

     

2,092,670

   

Koppers Holdings, Inc.

   

95,802

     

1,992,682

   

Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc.(a)

   

146,175

     

3,085,754

   

LSB Industries, Inc.(a)

   

91,215

     

2,180,951

   

OM Group, Inc.

   

141,593

     

4,743,366

   

Quaker Chemical Corp.

   

62,203

     

4,936,430

   

Rayonier Advanced Materials, Inc.

   

199,870

     

1,363,113

   

Stepan Co.

   

89,399

     

4,025,637

   

Tredegar Corp.

   

120,398

     

1,744,567

   

Total

       

70,737,305

   

Construction Materials 0.2%

 

Headwaters, Inc.(a)

   

344,083

     

6,943,595

   

Containers & Packaging 0.1%

 

Myers Industries, Inc.

   

114,079

     

1,626,767

   

Metals & Mining 1.0%

 

AK Steel Holding Corp.(a)

   

829,595

     

2,563,449

   

Century Aluminum Co.(a)

   

234,914

     

1,315,518

   

Globe Specialty Metals, Inc.

   

299,363

     

4,113,248

   

Haynes International, Inc.

   

58,594

     

2,239,463

   

Kaiser Aluminum Corp.

   

81,129

     

6,780,762

   

Materion Corp.

   

94,019

     

2,910,828

   

Olympic Steel, Inc.

   

42,594

     

551,592

   

Stillwater Mining Co.(a)

   

563,133

     

5,377,920

   

SunCoke Energy, Inc.

   

304,357

     

3,494,018

   

TimkenSteel Corp.

   

175,580

     

3,137,615

   

Total

       

32,484,413

   

Paper & Forest Products 1.2%

 

Boise Cascade Co.(a)

   

184,450

     

5,985,402

   

Clearwater Paper Corp.(a)

   

88,911

     

4,984,351

   

Deltic Timber Corp.

   

51,820

     

3,218,540

   

KapStone Paper and Packaging Corp.

   

395,228

     

8,612,018

   

Neenah Paper, Inc.

   

78,035

     

4,504,180

   

PH Glatfelter Co.

   

201,499

     

3,639,072

   

Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc.

   

142,187

     

5,023,467

   

Wausau Paper Corp.

   

233,610

     

1,819,822

   

Total

       

37,786,852

   

Total Materials

       

149,578,932

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 0.7%

 

Diversified Telecommunication Services 0.6%

 

8x8, Inc.(a)

   

411,300

     

3,179,349

   

Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc.

   

47,144

     

3,368,439

   

Cincinnati Bell, Inc.(a)

   

978,414

     

3,355,960

   
Consolidated Communications
Holdings, Inc.
   

219,170

     

4,276,007

   
General Communication, Inc.,
Class A(a)
   

140,102

     

2,360,719

   

Iridium Communications, Inc.(a)

   

370,510

     

2,760,299

   

Lumos Networks Corp.

   

96,614

     

1,134,248

   

Total

       

20,435,021

   

Wireless Telecommunication Services 0.1%

 

Spok Holdings, Inc.

   

101,449

     

1,674,923

   

Total Telecommunication Services

       

22,109,944

   

UTILITIES 3.7%

 

Electric Utilities 0.9%

 

Allete, Inc.

   

209,261

     

9,998,491

   

El Paso Electric Co.

   

189,115

     

6,694,671

   

UIL Holdings Corp.

   

265,597

     

12,092,631

   

Total

       

28,785,793

   

Gas Utilities 2.0%

 

Laclede Group, Inc. (The)

   

202,117

     

10,700,074

   

New Jersey Resources Corp.

   

399,296

     

11,288,098

   

Northwest Natural Gas Co.

   

127,525

     

5,608,549

   

Piedmont Natural Gas Co., Inc.

   

368,573

     

14,219,546

   

South Jersey Industries, Inc.

   

318,126

     

7,666,837

   

Southwest Gas Corp.

   

218,557

     

12,040,305

   

Total

       

61,523,409

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Multi-Utilities 0.6%

 

Avista Corp.

   

267,314

     

8,390,986

   

NorthWestern Corp.

   

219,482

     

11,334,051

   

Total

       

19,725,037

   

Water Utilities 0.2%

 

American States Water Co.

   

176,274

     

6,654,344

   

Total Utilities

       

116,688,583

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $2,242,630,494)
       

3,002,754,238

   

Rights —%

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY —%

 

Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components —%

 

Gerber Scientific, Inc.(a)(b)(c)(d)

   

112,391

     

   

Total Information Technology

       

   
Total Rights
(Cost: $—)
       

   

Money Market Funds 3.4%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(e)(f)
   

105,893,888

     

105,893,888

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $105,893,888)
       

105,893,888

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $2,348,524,382)
       

3,108,648,126

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

3,162,513

   

Net Assets

       

3,111,810,639

   

At August 31, 2015, cash totaling $4,906,200 was pledged as collateral.

Investments in Derivatives

Futures Contracts Outstanding at August 31, 2015

Long Futures Contracts Outstanding

Contract Description

  Number of
Contracts
  Trading
Currency
  Notional
Market
Value ($)
  Expiration
Date
  Unrealized
Appreciation ($)
  Unrealized
Depreciation ($)
 

Russell 2000 Mini

   

968

   

USD

       

112,046,000

   

9/2015

   

     

(5,729,589

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at August 31, 2015 was $0. Information concerning such security holdings at August 31, 2015 is as follows:

Security Description

 

Acquisition Dates

 

Cost ($)

 

Gerber Scientific, Inc.

 

8/22/11

   

   

(c)  Negligible market value.

(d)  Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At August 31, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $0.

(e)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(f)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

69,923,613

     

321,387,209

     

(285,416,934

)

   

105,893,888

     

57,731

     

105,893,888

   

Currency Legend

USD  US Dollar

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

441,513,055

     

     

     

441,513,055

   

Consumer Staples

   

82,888,691

     

     

     

82,888,691

   

Energy

   

89,745,131

     

     

     

89,745,131

   

Financials

   

700,483,802

     

     

     

700,483,802

   

Health Care

   

409,851,578

     

     

     

409,851,578

   

Industrials

   

509,984,368

     

     

     

509,984,368

   

Information Technology

   

479,910,154

     

     

     

479,910,154

   

Materials

   

149,578,932

     

     

     

149,578,932

   

Telecommunication Services

   

22,109,944

     

     

     

22,109,944

   

Utilities

   

116,688,583

     

     

     

116,688,583

   

Total Common Stocks

   

3,002,754,238

     

     

     

3,002,754,238

   

Rights

 

Information Technology

   

     

     

0

(a)

   

0

(a)

 

Money Market Funds

   

     

105,893,888

     

     

105,893,888

   

Total Investments

   

3,002,754,238

     

105,893,888

     

0

(a)

   

3,108,648,126

   

Derivatives

 

Liabilities

 

Futures Contracts

   

(5,729,589

)

   

     

     

(5,729,589

)

 

Total

   

2,997,024,649

     

105,893,888

     

0

(a)

   

3,102,918,537

   

(a) Rounds to zero.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

69,923,613

     

69,923,613

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

Derivative instruments are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).

The Fund does not hold any significant investments (greater than one percent of net assets) categorized as Level 3.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain rights classified as Level 3 are valued using an income approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered estimates of future distributions related to the potential actions of the respective company's restructuring. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $2,242,630,494)

 

$

3,002,754,238

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $105,893,888)

   

105,893,888

   

Total investments (identified cost $2,348,524,382)

   

3,108,648,126

   

Cash

   

1,870

   

Margin deposits

   

4,906,200

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

201,403

   

Capital shares sold

   

2,427,150

   

Dividends

   

2,394,868

   

Variation margin

   

1,087

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

615

   

Total assets

   

3,118,581,319

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

777,133

   

Capital shares purchased

   

5,083,133

   

Dividend distributions to shareholders

   

30,153

   

Variation margin

   

625,688

   

Investment management fees

   

51,149

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

25,854

   

Plan administration fees

   

2,674

   

Compensation of board members

   

174,422

   

Other expenses

   

474

   

Total liabilities

   

6,770,680

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,111,810,639

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

2,238,146,288

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

17,768,534

   

Accumulated net realized gain

   

101,501,662

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

760,123,744

   

Futures contracts

   

(5,729,589

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,111,810,639

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

1,180,291,581

   

Shares outstanding

   

54,404,926

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.69

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

3,869,490

   

Shares outstanding

   

179,942

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.50

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,302

   

Shares outstanding

   

106

   

Net asset value per share(a)

 

$

21.74

   

Class K

 

Net assets

 

$

11,845,017

   

Shares outstanding

   

544,129

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.77

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

200,110,565

   

Shares outstanding

   

9,022,869

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

22.18

   

Class W

 

Net assets

 

$

62,542,253

   

Shares outstanding

   

2,904,466

   

Net asset value per share(a)

 

$

21.53

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

1,653,149,431

   

Shares outstanding

   

75,803,949

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

21.81

   

(a) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

22,966,796

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

57,731

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(7,829

)

 

Total income

   

23,016,698

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

3,348,457

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

1,573,400

   

Class B

   

24,502

   

Class W

   

85,079

   

Plan administration fees

 

Class K

   

16,321

   

Compensation of board members

   

30,450

   

Other

   

6,722

   

Total expenses

   

5,084,931

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(50,092

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(2,051

)

 

Total net expenses

   

5,032,788

   

Net investment income

   

17,983,910

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

142,469,873

   

Futures contracts

   

10,400,815

   

Net realized gain

   

152,870,688

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(304,957,462

)

 

Futures contracts

   

(11,280,277

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(316,237,739

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(163,367,051

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(145,383,141

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015(a)
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

17,983,910

   

$

30,672,280

   

Net realized gain

   

152,870,688

     

213,369,381

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(316,237,739

)

   

(24,461,526

)

 

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(145,383,141

)

   

219,580,135

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(997,797

)

   

(9,063,779

)

 

Class B

   

(32

)

   

(7,070

)

 

Class I

   

(3

)

   

(26

)

 

Class K

   

(9,788

)

   

(96,665

)

 

Class R5

   

(226,355

)

   

(1,350,713

)

 

Class W

   

(52,133

)

   

(499,115

)

 

Class Z

   

(2,069,010

)

   

(17,034,267

)

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(30,188,585

)

   

(83,792,409

)

 

Class B

   

(111,546

)

   

(492,490

)

 

Class I

   

(60

)

   

(177

)

 

Class K

   

(305,342

)

   

(902,686

)

 

Class R5

   

(4,692,250

)

   

(8,689,693

)

 

Class W

   

(1,626,416

)

   

(2,806,647

)

 

Class Z

   

(42,893,651

)

   

(118,368,963

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(83,172,968

)

   

(243,104,700

)

 

Increase in net assets from capital stock activity

   

130,037,954

     

381,211,734

   

Total increase (decrease) in net assets

   

(98,518,155

)

   

357,687,169

   

Net assets at beginning of period

   

3,210,328,794

     

2,852,641,625

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

3,111,810,639

   

$

3,210,328,794

   

Undistributed net investment income

 

$

17,768,534

   

$

3,139,742

   

(a) Class W shares are based on operations from June 25, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015(a)

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(b)

   

8,398,792

     

194,625,155

     

17,321,688

     

396,157,532

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,195,849

     

28,425,334

     

3,792,241

     

85,751,001

   

Redemptions

   

(8,076,998

)

   

(187,408,389

)

   

(15,535,240

)

   

(354,019,081

)

 

Net increase

   

1,517,643

     

35,642,100

     

5,578,689

     

127,889,452

   

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

596

     

14,019

     

6,915

     

158,500

   

Distributions reinvested

   

4,725

     

111,471

     

22,120

     

498,875

   

Redemptions(b)

   

(69,951

)

   

(1,628,317

)

   

(188,409

)

   

(4,261,122

)

 

Net decrease

   

(64,630

)

   

(1,502,827

)

   

(159,374

)

   

(3,603,747

)

 

Class I shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(46

)

   

(1,100

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

     

     

(46

)

   

(1,100

)

 

Class K shares

 

Subscriptions

   

32,139

     

751,055

     

84,413

     

1,943,751

   

Distributions reinvested

   

13,210

     

315,067

     

44,044

     

999,154

   

Redemptions

   

(58,543

)

   

(1,368,785

)

   

(112,355

)

   

(2,573,565

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(13,194

)

   

(302,663

)

   

16,102

     

369,340

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

3,675,867

     

86,919,230

     

4,892,620

     

113,702,536

   

Distributions reinvested

   

192,223

     

4,667,175

     

408,553

     

9,402,196

   

Redemptions

   

(1,837,510

)

   

(42,869,556

)

   

(1,631,742

)

   

(37,962,764

)

 

Net increase

   

2,030,580

     

48,716,849

     

3,669,431

     

85,141,968

   

Class W shares

 

Subscriptions

   

203,716

     

4,699,818

     

2,949,425

     

68,406,217

   

Distributions reinvested

   

71,152

     

1,678,486

     

148,970

     

3,305,611

   

Redemptions

   

(301,934

)

   

(6,968,737

)

   

(166,863

)

   

(3,765,601

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(27,066

)

   

(590,433

)

   

2,931,532

     

67,946,227

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

7,193,216

     

167,676,872

     

17,901,224

     

410,896,361

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,262,728

     

30,153,950

     

3,806,276

     

86,333,330

   

Redemptions

   

(6,441,973

)

   

(149,755,894

)

   

(17,182,275

)

   

(393,760,097

)

 

Net increase

   

2,013,971

     

48,074,928

     

4,525,225

     

103,469,594

   

Total net increase

   

5,457,304

     

130,037,954

     

16,561,559

     

381,211,734

   

(a) Class W shares are based on operations from June 25, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

23.29

   

$

23.54

   

$

19.00

   

$

17.75

   

$

18.01

   

$

13.97

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.20

     

0.16

     

0.24

     

0.12

     

0.12

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.13

)

   

1.40

     

5.72

     

2.14

     

0.66

     

4.14

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.02

)

   

1.60

     

5.88

     

2.38

     

0.78

     

4.26

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.57

)

   

(1.67

)

   

(1.19

)

   

(0.88

)

   

(0.92

)

   

(0.10

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.58

)

   

(1.85

)

   

(1.34

)

   

(1.13

)

   

(1.04

)

   

(0.22

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.69

   

$

23.29

   

$

23.54

   

$

19.00

   

$

17.75

   

$

18.01

   

Total return

   

(4.58

%)

   

7.19

%

   

31.63

%

   

14.32

%

   

4.65

%

   

30.55

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.45

%(c)

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.45

%(c)(f)

   

0.45

%(f)

   

0.45

%(f)

   

0.45

%(d)(f)

   

0.45

%(f)

   

0.45

%

 

Net investment income

   

0.93

%(c)

   

0.89

%

   

0.73

%

   

1.37

%

   

0.74

%

   

0.73

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,180,292

   

$

1,231,774

   

$

1,113,746

   

$

687,934

   

$

570,806

   

$

183,578

   

Portfolio turnover

   

9

%

   

17

%

   

15

%

   

17

%

   

20

%

   

14

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

23.16

   

$

23.44

   

$

18.95

   

$

17.73

   

$

17.82

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.02

     

0.02

     

(0.01

)

   

0.11

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.11

)

   

1.40

     

5.70

     

2.13

     

0.84

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.09

)

   

1.42

     

5.69

     

2.24

     

0.84

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.03

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.01

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.57

)

   

(1.67

)

   

(1.19

)

   

(0.88

)

   

(0.92

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.57

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(1.20

)

   

(1.02

)

   

(0.93

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.50

   

$

23.16

   

$

23.44

   

$

18.95

   

$

17.73

   

Total return

   

(4.94

%)

   

6.39

%

   

30.64

%

   

13.45

%

   

4.97

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.20

%(d)

   

1.20

%

   

1.20

%

   

1.20

%(e)

   

1.20

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.20

%(d)(g)

   

1.20

%(g)

   

1.20

%(g)

   

1.20

%(e)(g)

   

1.20

%(d)(g)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.19

%(d)

   

0.11

%

   

(0.02

%)

   

0.61

%

   

0.01

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

3,869

   

$

5,664

   

$

9,469

   

$

11,596

   

$

17,410

   

Portfolio turnover

   

9

%

   

17

%

   

15

%

   

17

%

   

20

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from March 7, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

23.32

   

$

23.56

   

$

19.01

   

$

17.76

   

$

16.47

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.14

     

0.27

     

0.21

     

0.29

     

0.05

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.13

)

   

1.41

     

5.73

     

2.14

     

1.87

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.99

)

   

1.68

     

5.94

     

2.43

     

1.92

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.20

)

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.17

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.57

)

   

(1.67

)

   

(1.19

)

   

(0.88

)

   

(0.46

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.59

)

   

(1.92

)

   

(1.39

)

   

(1.18

)

   

(0.63

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.74

   

$

23.32

   

$

23.56

   

$

19.01

   

$

17.76

   

Total return

   

(4.45

%)

   

7.53

%

   

31.97

%

   

14.63

%

   

12.03

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.20

%

   

0.22

%

   

0.18

%(e)

   

0.17

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.18

%(e)

   

0.17

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

1.28

%(d)

   

1.17

%

   

0.98

%

   

1.65

%

   

1.09

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

$

2

   

$

4

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

9

%

   

17

%

   

15

%

   

17

%

   

20

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 16, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class K

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

23.37

   

$

23.61

   

$

19.05

   

$

17.80

   

$

17.87

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.20

     

0.16

     

0.24

     

0.13

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.13

)

   

1.41

     

5.74

     

2.14

     

0.84

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.02

)

   

1.61

     

5.90

     

2.38

     

0.97

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.12

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.57

)

   

(1.67

)

   

(1.19

)

   

(0.88

)

   

(0.92

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.58

)

   

(1.85

)

   

(1.34

)

   

(1.13

)

   

(1.04

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.77

   

$

23.37

   

$

23.61

   

$

19.05

   

$

17.80

   

Total return

   

(4.56

%)

   

7.22

%

   

31.65

%

   

14.27

%

   

5.76

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%(e)

   

0.45

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.45

%(d)

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%(e)

   

0.45

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

0.93

%(d)

   

0.88

%

   

0.73

%

   

1.37

%

   

0.76

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

11,845

   

$

13,023

   

$

12,781

   

$

9,784

   

$

9,858

   

Portfolio turnover

   

9

%

   

17

%

   

15

%

   

17

%

   

20

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from March 7, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

23.78

   

$

23.99

   

$

19.33

   

$

17.47

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.14

     

0.27

     

0.23

     

0.07

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.15

)

   

1.43

     

5.82

     

2.40

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.01

)

   

1.70

     

6.05

     

2.47

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.20

)

   

(0.30

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.57

)

   

(1.67

)

   

(1.19

)

   

(0.31

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.59

)

   

(1.91

)

   

(1.39

)

   

(0.61

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

22.18

   

$

23.78

   

$

23.99

   

$

19.33

   

Total return

   

(4.45

%)

   

7.49

%

   

32.01

%

   

14.51

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.24

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

1.16

%(c)

   

1.17

%

   

0.99

%

   

1.44

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

200,111

   

$

166,247

   

$

79,726

   

$

81

   

Portfolio turnover

   

9

%

   

17

%

   

15

%

   

17

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

Class W

  Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015(a)
 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

23.12

   

$

23.08

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.18

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.12

)

   

1.03

   

Total from investment operations

   

(1.01

)

   

1.21

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.18

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.57

)

   

(0.99

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.58

)

   

(1.17

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.53

   

$

23.12

   

Total return

   

(4.57

%)

   

5.45

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.45

%(c)

   

0.46

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.45

%(c)(e)

   

0.45

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income

   

0.93

%(c)

   

1.22

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

62,542

   

$

67,780

   

Portfolio turnover

   

9

%

   

17

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from June 25, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

23.39

   

$

23.63

   

$

19.06

   

$

17.81

   

$

18.06

   

$

14.01

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.14

     

0.26

     

0.21

     

0.29

     

0.16

     

0.15

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(1.13

)

   

1.41

     

5.75

     

2.14

     

0.66

     

4.15

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.99

)

   

1.67

     

5.96

     

2.43

     

0.82

     

4.30

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.20

)

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.15

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.57

)

   

(1.67

)

   

(1.19

)

   

(0.88

)

   

(0.92

)

   

(0.10

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.59

)

   

(1.91

)

   

(1.39

)

   

(1.18

)

   

(1.07

)

   

(0.25

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

21.81

   

$

23.39

   

$

23.63

   

$

19.06

   

$

17.81

   

$

18.06

   

Total return

   

(4.44

%)

   

7.47

%

   

31.99

%

   

14.54

%

   

4.92

%

   

30.81

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%(d)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.20

%(c)(f)

   

0.20

%(f)

   

0.20

%(f)

   

0.20

%(d)(f)

   

0.20

%(f)

   

0.20

%

 

Net investment income

   

1.18

%(c)

   

1.14

%

   

0.98

%

   

1.64

%

   

0.96

%

   

0.97

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,653,149

   

$

1,725,837

   

$

1,636,915

   

$

1,275,562

   

$

1,700,205

   

$

1,681,152

   

Portfolio turnover

   

9

%

   

17

%

   

15

%

   

17

%

   

20

%

   

14

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Small Cap Index Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class I, Class K, Class R5, Class W and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are not subject to any front-end sales charge or contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to

different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of

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Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Derivative Instruments

The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash

reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.

A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.

In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar

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agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.

Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.

Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet

certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.

For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Futures Contracts

Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to maintain appropriate equity market exposure while keeping sufficient cash to accommodate daily redemptions. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.

Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements

The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities;

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and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized gains or losses and unrealized gains or losses. The derivative schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.

The following table is a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at August 31, 2015:

Liability Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 

Equity risk

  Net assets — unrealized
depreciation on futures
contracts
 

5,729,589

*

 

*Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day's variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

10,400,815

   
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on
Derivatives Recognized in Income
 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

(11,280,277

)

 

The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for six months ended August 31, 2015:

Derivative Instrument

 

Average notional amounts ($)*

 

Futures contracts — Long

   

106,417,150

   

*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on

the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In

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addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That

Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to 0.20% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,120,310, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,120,310.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $2,938.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed

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in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The transfer agency fees are payable by the Investment Manager. The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund. The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Investment Manager for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket expenses.

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $2,051.

Plan Administration Fees

Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate

of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class W shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75% and 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class W shares of the Fund, respectively.

Although the Fund may pay a distribution fee up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares and a service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares, the aggregate fee shall not exceed 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $241 for Class B shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the period disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's

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custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:

    Fee Rates Contractual
through
June 30, 2016
 

Class A

   

0.45

%

 

Class B

   

1.20

   

Class I

   

0.20

   

Class K

   

0.45

   

Class R5

   

0.20

   

Class W

   

0.45

   

Class Z

   

0.20

   

Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $2,348,524,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

941,312,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(181,188,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

760,124,000

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $335,214,954 and $297,362,764, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

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Note 8. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 30.7% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 18.0% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under

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their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Small Cap Index Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Small Cap Index Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP INDEX FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Small Cap Index Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

4

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

5

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

17

   

Statement of Operations

   

19

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

20

   

Financial Highlights

   

22

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

27

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

35

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

37

   

Important Information About This Report

   

39

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Large Cap Index Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.50% for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the unmanaged S&P 500 Index, which returned -5.32% for the same period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

10/10/95

   

-5.50

     

0.06

     

15.37

     

6.73

   

Class B*

 

09/23/05

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.87

     

-0.68

     

14.53

     

5.95

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.54

     

-5.57

     

14.30

     

5.95

   

Class I*

 

11/16/11

   

-5.39

     

0.30

     

15.65

     

6.96

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.37

     

0.31

     

15.66

     

7.00

   

Class Z

 

12/15/93

   

-5.39

     

0.29

     

15.66

     

7.00

   

S&P 500 Index

           

-5.32

     

0.48

     

15.87

     

7.15

   

Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/
appended-performance for more information.

The S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of 500 widely held, large-capitalization U.S. stocks and is frequently used as a general measure of market performance.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Apple, Inc.

   

3.7

   

Microsoft Corp.

   

2.0

   

Exxon Mobil Corp.

   

1.8

   

Johnson & Johnson

   

1.5

   

General Electric Co.

   

1.4

   

Wells Fargo & Co.

   

1.4

   

Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B

   

1.4

   

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

   

1.4

   

AT&T, Inc.

   

1.2

   

Pfizer, Inc.

   

1.1

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

94.9

   

Money Market Funds

   

5.1

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

12.9

   

Consumer Staples

   

9.7

   

Energy

   

7.3

   

Financials

   

16.6

   

Health Care

   

15.2

   

Industrials

   

9.9

   

Information Technology

   

20.1

   

Materials

   

2.9

   

Telecommunication Services

   

2.4

   

Utilities

   

3.0

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Portfolio Management

Christopher Lo, CFA

Vadim Shteyn

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.00

     

1,023.00

     

2.21

     

2.30

     

0.45

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

941.30

     

1,019.21

     

5.89

     

6.12

     

1.20

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

946.10

     

1,024.26

     

0.98

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

946.30

     

1,024.26

     

0.98

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

946.10

     

1,024.26

     

0.98

     

1.02

     

0.20

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 97.7%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 12.6%

 

Auto Components 0.4%

 

BorgWarner, Inc.

   

42,529

     

1,855,965

   

Delphi Automotive PLC

   

54,267

     

4,098,244

   

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (The)

   

50,705

     

1,509,488

   

Johnson Controls, Inc.

   

123,083

     

5,063,635

   

Total

       

12,527,332

   

Automobiles 0.6%

 

Ford Motor Co.

   

747,216

     

10,363,886

   

General Motors Co.

   

253,754

     

7,470,518

   

Harley-Davidson, Inc.

   

39,299

     

2,202,709

   

Total

       

20,037,113

   

Distributors 0.1%

 

Genuine Parts Co.

   

28,608

     

2,388,482

   

Diversified Consumer Services 0.1%

 

H&R Block, Inc.

   

51,735

     

1,760,025

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 1.8%

 

Carnival Corp.

   

84,772

     

4,173,326

   

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.(a)

   

5,834

     

4,142,198

   

Darden Restaurants, Inc.

   

23,644

     

1,608,029

   

Marriott International, Inc., Class A

   

38,762

     

2,738,923

   

McDonald's Corp.

   

180,166

     

17,119,373

   

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

   

31,000

     

2,732,960

   

Starbucks Corp.

   

282,034

     

15,430,080

   

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

   

32,122

     

2,295,759

   

Wyndham Worldwide Corp.

   

22,563

     

1,725,618

   

Wynn Resorts Ltd.

   

15,323

     

1,149,991

   

Yum! Brands, Inc.

   

81,275

     

6,483,307

   

Total

       

59,599,564

   

Household Durables 0.4%

 

D.R. Horton, Inc.

   

62,710

     

1,904,503

   

Garmin Ltd.

   

22,667

     

852,506

   

Harman International Industries, Inc.

   

13,375

     

1,307,272

   

Leggett & Platt, Inc.

   

25,902

     

1,150,567

   

Lennar Corp., Class A

   

33,560

     

1,708,204

   

Mohawk Industries, Inc.(a)

   

11,680

     

2,300,610

   

Newell Rubbermaid, Inc.

   

50,506

     

2,127,818

   

PulteGroup, Inc.

   

61,679

     

1,276,138

   

Whirlpool Corp.

   

14,779

     

2,484,350

   

Total

       

15,111,968

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Internet & Catalog Retail 1.8%

 

Amazon.com, Inc.(a)

   

71,771

     

36,810,628

   

Expedia, Inc.

   

18,739

     

2,154,798

   

Netflix, Inc.(a)

   

79,764

     

9,175,253

   

Priceline Group, Inc. (The)(a)

   

9,739

     

12,160,505

   

TripAdvisor, Inc.(a)

   

21,036

     

1,470,416

   

Total

       

61,771,600

   

Leisure Products 0.1%

 

Hasbro, Inc.

   

21,057

     

1,570,641

   

Mattel, Inc.

   

63,595

     

1,490,031

   

Total

       

3,060,672

   

Media 3.1%

 

Cablevision Systems Corp., Class A

   

41,443

     

1,043,120

   

CBS Corp., Class B Non Voting

   

85,103

     

3,850,060

   

Comcast Corp., Class A

   

472,450

     

26,613,108

   
Discovery Communications, Inc.,
Class A(a)
   

28,032

     

745,651

   
Discovery Communications, Inc.,
Class C(a)
   

49,072

     

1,244,466

   

Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (The)

   

77,615

     

1,465,371

   

News Corp., Class A(a)

   

94,121

     

1,282,869

   

Omnicom Group, Inc.

   

45,923

     

3,075,923

   
Scripps Networks Interactive, Inc.,
Class A
   

17,867

     

948,559

   

TEGNA, Inc.

   

42,640

     

1,014,406

   

Time Warner Cable, Inc.

   

53,138

     

9,884,731

   

Time Warner, Inc.

   

154,997

     

11,020,287

   

Twenty-First Century Fox, Inc., Class A

   

332,584

     

9,109,476

   

Viacom, Inc., Class B

   

67,151

     

2,737,746

   

Walt Disney Co. (The)

   

293,414

     

29,893,018

   

Total

       

103,928,791

   

Multiline Retail 0.7%

 

Dollar General Corp.

   

55,846

     

4,159,969

   

Dollar Tree, Inc.(a)

   

41,891

     

3,194,608

   

Kohl's Corp.

   

37,195

     

1,898,061

   

Macy's, Inc.

   

63,236

     

3,706,262

   

Nordstrom, Inc.

   

26,497

     

1,931,101

   

Target Corp.

   

120,013

     

9,326,210

   

Total

       

24,216,211

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Specialty Retail 2.6%

 

Advance Auto Parts, Inc.

   

13,750

     

2,409,688

   

AutoNation, Inc.(a)

   

14,149

     

846,676

   

AutoZone, Inc.(a)

   

5,967

     

4,272,312

   

Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc.(a)

   

32,201

     

2,000,004

   

Best Buy Co., Inc.

   

55,039

     

2,022,133

   

CarMax, Inc.(a)

   

39,325

     

2,398,825

   

GameStop Corp., Class A

   

20,062

     

852,234

   

Gap, Inc. (The)

   

49,420

     

1,621,470

   

Home Depot, Inc. (The)

   

244,152

     

28,433,942

   

L Brands, Inc.

   

46,096

     

3,867,454

   

Lowe's Companies, Inc.

   

175,308

     

12,126,054

   

O'Reilly Automotive, Inc.(a)

   

18,984

     

4,557,489

   

Ross Stores, Inc.

   

77,774

     

3,781,372

   

Signet Jewelers Ltd.

   

15,060

     

2,078,280

   

Staples, Inc.

   

120,418

     

1,711,140

   

Tiffany & Co.

   

21,124

     

1,737,449

   

TJX Companies, Inc. (The)

   

127,883

     

8,992,733

   

Tractor Supply Co.

   

25,640

     

2,187,348

   

Urban Outfitters, Inc.(a)

   

18,305

     

564,892

   

Total

       

86,461,495

   

Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 0.9%

 

Coach, Inc.

   

51,934

     

1,571,004

   

Fossil Group, Inc.(a)

   

8,071

     

497,012

   

Hanesbrands, Inc.

   

75,500

     

2,273,305

   

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd.(a)

   

37,350

     

1,623,231

   

Nike, Inc., Class B

   

130,899

     

14,627,963

   

PVH Corp.

   

15,545

     

1,849,544

   

Ralph Lauren Corp.

   

11,360

     

1,263,118

   

Under Armour, Inc., Class A(a)

   

31,600

     

3,018,748

   

VF Corp.

   

63,907

     

4,628,784

   

Total

       

31,352,709

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

422,215,962

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 9.4%

 

Beverages 2.1%

 

Brown-Forman Corp., Class B

   

29,289

     

2,873,251

   

Coca-Cola Co. (The)

   

737,334

     

28,991,973

   

Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc.

   

40,290

     

2,074,532

   

Constellation Brands, Inc., Class A

   

31,842

     

4,075,776

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc.

   

36,034

     

2,764,889

   

Molson Coors Brewing Co., Class B

   

30,009

     

2,043,313

   

Monster Beverage Corp.(a)

   

27,633

     

3,826,065

   

PepsiCo, Inc.

   

277,437

     

25,782,220

   

Total

       

72,432,019

   

Food & Staples Retailing 2.6%

 

Costco Wholesale Corp.

   

82,608

     

11,569,250

   

CVS Health Corp.

   

212,078

     

21,716,787

   

Kraft Heinz Co. (The)

   

111,323

     

8,088,729

   

Kroger Co. (The)

   

184,274

     

6,357,453

   

SYSCO Corp.

   

111,609

     

4,449,851

   

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

   

296,616

     

19,199,954

   

Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc.

   

164,016

     

14,195,585

   

Whole Foods Market, Inc.

   

67,345

     

2,206,222

   

Total

       

87,783,831

   

Food Products 1.4%

 

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.

   

116,607

     

5,246,149

   

Campbell Soup Co.

   

33,406

     

1,603,154

   

ConAgra Foods, Inc.

   

80,272

     

3,345,737

   

General Mills, Inc.

   

112,039

     

6,359,334

   

Hershey Co. (The)

   

27,588

     

2,469,678

   

Hormel Foods Corp.

   

25,332

     

1,547,785

   

JM Smucker Co. (The)

   

18,221

     

2,144,976

   

Kellogg Co.

   

47,099

     

3,121,722

   

Keurig Green Mountain, Inc.

   

21,710

     

1,228,786

   

McCormick & Co., Inc.

   

24,023

     

1,904,543

   

Mead Johnson Nutrition Co.

   

38,073

     

2,982,639

   

Mondelez International, Inc., Class A

   

305,742

     

12,951,231

   

Tyson Foods, Inc., Class A

   

54,832

     

2,318,297

   

Total

       

47,224,031

   

Household Products 1.7%

 

Clorox Co. (The)

   

24,659

     

2,741,341

   

Colgate-Palmolive Co.

   

159,820

     

10,038,294

   

Kimberly-Clark Corp.

   

68,434

     

7,290,274

   

Procter & Gamble Co. (The)

   

509,940

     

36,037,460

   

Total

       

56,107,369

   

Personal Products 0.1%

 
Estee Lauder Companies, Inc. (The),
Class A
   

41,963

     

3,347,388

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Tobacco 1.5%

 

Altria Group, Inc.

   

369,638

     

19,805,204

   

Philip Morris International, Inc.

   

291,177

     

23,235,925

   

Reynolds American, Inc.

   

78,127

     

6,543,136

   

Total

       

49,584,265

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

316,478,903

   

ENERGY 7.1%

 

Energy Equipment & Services 1.2%

 

Baker Hughes, Inc.

   

81,707

     

4,575,592

   

Cameron International Corp.(a)

   

35,976

     

2,401,758

   

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc.

   

12,628

     

299,410

   

Ensco PLC, Class A

   

44,045

     

797,655

   

FMC Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

43,406

     

1,509,661

   

Halliburton Co.

   

159,932

     

6,293,324

   

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.

   

20,233

     

1,193,949

   

National Oilwell Varco, Inc.

   

72,907

     

3,086,153

   

Schlumberger Ltd.

   

238,659

     

18,465,047

   

Transocean Ltd.

   

64,200

     

913,566

   

Total

       

39,536,115

   

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 5.9%

 

Anadarko Petroleum Corp.

   

95,474

     

6,834,029

   

Apache Corp.

   

70,875

     

3,206,385

   

Cabot Oil & Gas Corp.

   

77,743

     

1,840,177

   

Chesapeake Energy Corp.

   

97,280

     

759,757

   

Chevron Corp.

   

353,455

     

28,626,320

   

Cimarex Energy Co.

   

17,605

     

1,945,529

   

Columbia Pipeline Group, Inc.

   

59,657

     

1,512,902

   

ConocoPhillips

   

231,744

     

11,390,218

   

CONSOL Energy, Inc.

   

43,008

     

655,012

   

Devon Energy Corp.

   

72,634

     

3,098,566

   

EOG Resources, Inc.

   

103,179

     

8,079,948

   

EQT Corp.

   

28,635

     

2,228,376

   

Exxon Mobil Corp.(b)

   

785,885

     

59,129,987

   

Hess Corp.

   

45,912

     

2,729,468

   

Kinder Morgan, Inc.

   

326,023

     

10,566,405

   

Marathon Oil Corp.

   

126,870

     

2,193,582

   

Marathon Petroleum Corp.

   

102,110

     

4,830,824

   

Murphy Oil Corp.

   

31,443

     

974,733

   

Newfield Exploration Co.(a)

   

30,605

     

1,019,453

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Noble Energy, Inc.

   

80,455

     

2,688,002

   

Occidental Petroleum Corp.

   

144,379

     

10,541,111

   

ONEOK, Inc.

   

39,237

     

1,412,924

   

Phillips 66

   

101,935

     

8,060,000

   

Pioneer Natural Resources Co.

   

28,061

     

3,453,187

   

Range Resources Corp.

   

31,299

     

1,208,767

   

Southwestern Energy Co.(a)

   

72,735

     

1,181,216

   

Spectra Energy Corp.

   

126,186

     

3,668,227

   

Tesoro Corp.

   

23,668

     

2,177,693

   

Valero Energy Corp.

   

95,598

     

5,672,785

   

Williams Companies, Inc. (The)

   

126,705

     

6,107,181

   

Total

       

197,792,764

   

Total Energy

       

237,328,879

   

FINANCIALS 16.2%

 

Banks 6.0%

 

Bank of America Corp.

   

1,973,986

     

32,254,931

   

BB&T Corp.

   

146,057

     

5,392,424

   

Citigroup, Inc.

   

570,301

     

30,499,698

   

Comerica, Inc.

   

33,455

     

1,472,020

   

Fifth Third Bancorp

   

152,238

     

3,032,581

   

Huntington Bancshares, Inc.

   

151,972

     

1,658,015

   

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

   

697,537

     

44,712,122

   

KeyCorp

   

159,450

     

2,190,843

   

M&T Bank Corp.

   

24,997

     

2,955,645

   

People's United Financial, Inc.

   

58,100

     

900,550

   

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The)

   

97,345

     

8,870,076

   

Regions Financial Corp.

   

251,933

     

2,416,038

   

SunTrust Banks, Inc.

   

97,030

     

3,917,101

   

U.S. Bancorp

   

333,260

     

14,113,561

   

Wells Fargo & Co.

   

880,743

     

46,970,024

   

Zions Bancorporation

   

38,191

     

1,107,539

   

Total

       

202,463,168

   

Capital Markets 2.2%

 

Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.(a)

   

10,285

     

1,917,535

   

Ameriprise Financial, Inc.(c)

   

34,096

     

3,841,596

   

Bank of New York Mellon Corp. (The)

   

210,797

     

8,389,721

   

BlackRock, Inc.

   

23,867

     

7,219,051

   

Charles Schwab Corp. (The)

   

217,265

     

6,600,511

   

E*TRADE Financial Corp.(a)

   

54,489

     

1,432,516

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Franklin Resources, Inc.

   

73,315

     

2,975,123

   

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)

   

75,521

     

14,243,261

   

Invesco Ltd.

   

80,958

     

2,761,477

   

Legg Mason, Inc.

   

18,334

     

812,746

   

Morgan Stanley

   

288,820

     

9,949,849

   

Northern Trust Corp.

   

41,232

     

2,879,643

   

State Street Corp.

   

77,376

     

5,564,882

   

T. Rowe Price Group, Inc.

   

49,390

     

3,550,153

   

Total

       

72,138,064

   

Consumer Finance 0.8%

 

American Express Co.

   

164,201

     

12,597,501

   

Capital One Financial Corp.

   

102,702

     

7,985,080

   

Discover Financial Services

   

83,169

     

4,468,670

   

Navient Corp.

   

73,125

     

935,269

   

Total

       

25,986,520

   

Diversified Financial Services 2.0%

 

Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B(a)

   

342,800

     

45,948,912

   

CME Group, Inc.

   

59,636

     

5,632,024

   

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.

   

21,001

     

4,796,838

   

Leucadia National Corp.

   

59,274

     

1,272,020

   

McGraw Hill Financial, Inc.

   

51,444

     

4,989,554

   

Moody's Corp.

   

33,436

     

3,420,837

   

NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. (The)

   

22,263

     

1,139,643

   

Total

       

67,199,828

   

Insurance 2.7%

 

ACE Ltd.

   

61,387

     

6,271,296

   

Aflac, Inc.

   

81,549

     

4,778,771

   

Allstate Corp. (The)

   

76,877

     

4,480,392

   

American International Group, Inc.

   

250,628

     

15,122,893

   

Aon PLC

   

52,959

     

4,948,489

   

Assurant, Inc.

   

12,764

     

949,003

   

Chubb Corp. (The)

   

43,185

     

5,217,180

   

Cincinnati Financial Corp.

   

27,800

     

1,454,774

   

Genworth Financial, Inc., Class A(a)

   

93,493

     

484,294

   
Hartford Financial Services
Group, Inc. (The)
   

78,928

     

3,626,742

   

Lincoln National Corp.

   

47,561

     

2,415,623

   

Loews Corp.

   

55,839

     

2,035,332

   

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.

   

101,195

     

5,437,207

   

MetLife, Inc.

   

209,728

     

10,507,373

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Principal Financial Group, Inc.

   

51,510

     

2,593,528

   

Progressive Corp. (The)

   

100,351

     

3,006,516

   

Prudential Financial, Inc.

   

85,143

     

6,871,040

   

Torchmark Corp.

   

23,706

     

1,385,853

   

Travelers Companies, Inc. (The)

   

59,904

     

5,963,443

   

Unum Group

   

46,902

     

1,573,093

   

XL Group PLC

   

57,640

     

2,149,396

   

Total

       

91,272,238

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 2.4%

 

American Tower Corp.

   

79,528

     

7,331,686

   
Apartment Investment &
Management Co., Class A
   

29,379

     

1,058,525

   

AvalonBay Communities, Inc.

   

24,847

     

4,101,246

   

Boston Properties, Inc.

   

28,833

     

3,269,085

   

Care Capital Properties, Inc.(a)(d)

   

     

8

   

Crown Castle International Corp.

   

63,433

     

5,289,678

   

Equity Residential

   

68,415

     

4,874,569

   

Essex Property Trust, Inc.

   

12,280

     

2,635,534

   

General Growth Properties, Inc.

   

118,265

     

3,001,566

   

HCP, Inc.

   

86,773

     

3,215,807

   

Health Care REIT, Inc.

   

65,978

     

4,179,706

   

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc.

   

142,414

     

2,525,000

   

Iron Mountain, Inc.

   

35,226

     

998,305

   

Kimco Realty Corp.

   

77,581

     

1,788,242

   

Macerich Co. (The)

   

26,478

     

2,017,094

   

Plum Creek Timber Co., Inc.

   

33,006

     

1,270,401

   

ProLogis, Inc.

   

98,504

     

3,743,152

   

Public Storage

   

27,303

     

5,495,275

   

Realty Income Corp.

   

43,710

     

1,953,400

   

Simon Property Group, Inc.

   

58,505

     

10,491,117

   

SL Green Realty Corp.

   

18,720

     

1,937,707

   

Ventas, Inc.

   

62,193

     

3,421,859

   

Vornado Realty Trust

   

32,915

     

2,869,859

   

Weyerhaeuser Co.

   

97,316

     

2,719,009

   

Total

       

80,187,830

   

Real Estate Management & Development 0.1%

 

CBRE Group, Inc., Class A(a)

   

52,575

     

1,683,452

   

Thrifts & Mortgage Finance —%

 

Hudson City Bancorp, Inc.

   

90,574

     

842,338

   

Total Financials

       

541,773,438

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

HEALTH CARE 14.9%

 

Biotechnology 3.2%

 

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

42,083

     

7,246,272

   

Amgen, Inc.

   

142,913

     

21,691,335

   

Baxalta, Inc.

   

102,299

     

3,595,810

   

Biogen, Inc.(a)

   

44,215

     

13,145,119

   

Celgene Corp.(a)

   

149,083

     

17,603,721

   

Gilead Sciences, Inc.

   

276,226

     

29,023,066

   

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

14,169

     

7,275,782

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

45,820

     

5,842,966

   

Total

       

105,424,071

   

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 2.1%

 

Abbott Laboratories

   

279,826

     

12,673,319

   

Baxter International, Inc.

   

102,299

     

3,933,397

   

Becton Dickinson and Co.

   

39,356

     

5,549,983

   

Boston Scientific Corp.(a)

   

251,994

     

4,218,380

   

CR Bard, Inc.

   

13,951

     

2,703,564

   

DENTSPLY International, Inc.

   

26,278

     

1,377,230

   

Edwards Lifesciences Corp.(a)

   

20,216

     

2,848,030

   

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.(a)

   

6,927

     

3,539,351

   

Medtronic PLC

   

267,853

     

19,363,093

   

St. Jude Medical, Inc.

   

52,649

     

3,728,076

   

Stryker Corp.

   

56,193

     

5,543,439

   

Varian Medical Systems, Inc.(a)

   

18,753

     

1,523,681

   

Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.

   

32,064

     

3,320,548

   

Total

       

70,322,091

   

Health Care Providers & Services 2.8%

 

Aetna, Inc.

   

65,640

     

7,517,093

   

AmerisourceBergen Corp.

   

39,231

     

3,924,669

   

Anthem, Inc.

   

49,723

     

7,013,429

   

Cardinal Health, Inc.

   

62,181

     

5,115,631

   

CIGNA Corp.

   

48,370

     

6,810,012

   

DaVita HealthCare Partners, Inc.(a)

   

32,319

     

2,444,609

   

Express Scripts Holding Co.(a)

   

127,007

     

10,617,785

   

Five Star Quality Care, Inc.(d)(e)

   

     

1

   

HCA Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

54,510

     

4,721,656

   

Henry Schein, Inc.(a)

   

15,720

     

2,150,653

   

Humana, Inc.

   

28,158

     

5,147,001

   

Laboratory Corp. of America Holdings(a)

   

18,868

     

2,222,839

   

McKesson Corp.

   

43,527

     

8,600,065

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Patterson Companies, Inc.

   

16,102

     

737,955

   

Quest Diagnostics, Inc.

   

27,003

     

1,830,803

   

Tenet Healthcare Corp.(a)

   

18,650

     

918,140

   

UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

   

178,918

     

20,700,813

   

Universal Health Services, Inc., Class B

   

17,130

     

2,349,208

   

Total

       

92,822,362

   

Health Care Technology 0.1%

 

Cerner Corp.(a)

   

57,556

     

3,554,659

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 0.4%

 

Agilent Technologies, Inc.

   

62,628

     

2,274,023

   

PerkinElmer, Inc.

   

21,275

     

1,035,667

   

Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.

   

74,815

     

9,379,556

   

Waters Corp.(a)

   

15,548

     

1,887,216

   

Total

       

14,576,462

   

Pharmaceuticals 6.3%

 

AbbVie, Inc.

   

323,207

     

20,171,349

   

Allergan PLC(a)

   

73,764

     

22,405,077

   

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.

   

313,330

     

18,633,735

   

Eli Lilly & Co.

   

183,558

     

15,116,001

   

Endo International PLC(a)

   

38,110

     

2,934,470

   

Hospira, Inc.(a)

   

32,478

     

2,922,046

   

Johnson & Johnson

   

521,224

     

48,984,632

   

Mallinckrodt PLC(a)

   

21,990

     

1,896,418

   

Merck & Co., Inc.

   

531,033

     

28,596,127

   

Mylan NV(a)

   

77,371

     

3,836,828

   

Perrigo Co. PLC

   

27,489

     

5,029,662

   

Pfizer, Inc.

   

1,157,397

     

37,291,331

   

Zoetis, Inc.

   

93,977

     

4,216,748

   

Total

       

212,034,424

   

Total Health Care

       

498,734,069

   

INDUSTRIALS 9.7%

 

Aerospace & Defense 2.6%

 

Boeing Co. (The)

   

120,882

     

15,796,860

   

General Dynamics Corp.

   

58,703

     

8,337,587

   

Honeywell International, Inc.

   

146,932

     

14,585,940

   

L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc.

   

15,484

     

1,633,097

   

Lockheed Martin Corp.

   

50,292

     

10,117,745

   

Northrop Grumman Corp.

   

36,420

     

5,963,411

   

Precision Castparts Corp.

   

25,986

     

5,983,276

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Raytheon Co.

   

57,354

     

5,882,226

   

Rockwell Collins, Inc.

   

24,857

     

2,034,545

   

Textron, Inc.

   

52,190

     

2,024,972

   

United Technologies Corp.

   

155,606

     

14,255,066

   

Total

       

86,614,725

   

Air Freight & Logistics 0.7%

 

CH Robinson Worldwide, Inc.

   

27,407

     

1,848,054

   
Expeditors International of
Washington, Inc.
   

35,953

     

1,760,619

   

FedEx Corp.

   

49,554

     

7,463,328

   

United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B

   

130,437

     

12,737,173

   

Total

       

23,809,174

   

Airlines 0.5%

 

American Airlines Group, Inc.

   

130,220

     

5,075,976

   

Delta Air Lines, Inc.

   

154,375

     

6,758,537

   

Southwest Airlines Co.

   

125,611

     

4,609,924

   

Total

       

16,444,437

   

Building Products 0.1%

 

Allegion PLC

   

17,987

     

1,072,205

   

Masco Corp.

   

65,336

     

1,713,763

   

Total

       

2,785,968

   

Commercial Services & Supplies 0.4%

 

ADT Corp. (The)

   

32,197

     

1,055,418

   

Cintas Corp.

   

17,851

     

1,517,156

   

Pitney Bowes, Inc.

   

37,906

     

750,918

   

Republic Services, Inc.

   

46,886

     

1,921,388

   

Stericycle, Inc.(a)

   

15,985

     

2,256,123

   

Tyco International PLC

   

79,135

     

2,871,809

   

Waste Management, Inc.

   

80,029

     

4,006,252

   

Total

       

14,379,064

   

Construction & Engineering 0.1%

 

Fluor Corp.

   

27,712

     

1,264,221

   

Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.(a)

   

23,602

     

953,757

   

Quanta Services, Inc.(a)

   

39,817

     

965,164

   

Total

       

3,183,142

   

Electrical Equipment 0.5%

 

AMETEK, Inc.

   

45,400

     

2,443,428

   

Eaton Corp. PLC

   

87,801

     

5,009,925

   

Emerson Electric Co.

   

125,618

     

5,994,491

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Rockwell Automation, Inc.

   

25,295

     

2,828,740

   

Total

       

16,276,584

   

Industrial Conglomerates 2.3%

 

3M Co.

   

119,233

     

16,947,779

   

Danaher Corp.

   

115,747

     

10,072,304

   

General Electric Co.

   

1,893,876

     

47,006,002

   

Roper Technologies, Inc.

   

18,891

     

3,062,042

   

Total

       

77,088,127

   

Machinery 1.3%

 

Caterpillar, Inc.

   

113,461

     

8,672,959

   

Cummins, Inc.

   

31,517

     

3,837,195

   

Deere & Co.

   

62,753

     

5,131,940

   

Dover Corp.

   

30,145

     

1,867,483

   

Flowserve Corp.

   

25,314

     

1,142,421

   

Illinois Tool Works, Inc.

   

63,580

     

5,374,417

   

Ingersoll-Rand PLC

   

49,756

     

2,751,009

   

Joy Global, Inc.

   

18,316

     

443,613

   

PACCAR, Inc.

   

66,690

     

3,932,709

   

Parker-Hannifin Corp.

   

26,061

     

2,805,727

   

Pentair PLC

   

33,765

     

1,866,867

   

Snap-On, Inc.

   

10,958

     

1,750,760

   

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

   

28,894

     

2,933,319

   

Xylem, Inc.

   

34,095

     

1,106,383

   

Total

       

43,616,802

   

Professional Services 0.2%

 

Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (The)

   

6,778

     

718,265

   

Equifax, Inc.

   

22,369

     

2,189,925

   

Nielsen Holdings PLC

   

69,380

     

3,138,057

   

Robert Half International, Inc.

   

25,394

     

1,295,856

   

Total

       

7,342,103

   

Road & Rail 0.8%

 

CSX Corp.

   

185,703

     

5,084,548

   

JB Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

   

17,310

     

1,259,822

   

Kansas City Southern

   

20,782

     

1,927,323

   

Norfolk Southern Corp.

   

57,301

     

4,464,321

   

Ryder System, Inc.

   

10,021

     

821,421

   

Union Pacific Corp.

   

164,578

     

14,110,918

   

Total

       

27,668,353

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Trading Companies & Distributors 0.2%

 

Fastenal Co.

   

51,093

     

1,969,124

   

United Rentals, Inc.(a)

   

18,225

     

1,263,539

   

WW Grainger, Inc.

   

11,197

     

2,501,858

   

Total

       

5,734,521

   

Total Industrials

       

324,943,000

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 19.6%

 

Communications Equipment 1.5%

 

Cisco Systems, Inc.

   

955,949

     

24,739,960

   

F5 Networks, Inc.(a)

   

13,523

     

1,641,827

   

Harris Corp.

   

23,168

     

1,779,766

   

Juniper Networks, Inc.

   

66,046

     

1,698,043

   

Motorola Solutions, Inc.

   

34,891

     

2,261,635

   

QUALCOMM, Inc.

   

306,294

     

17,330,114

   

Total

       

49,451,345

   

Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 0.4%

 

Amphenol Corp., Class A

   

58,068

     

3,040,441

   

Corning, Inc.

   

236,555

     

4,071,112

   

FLIR Systems, Inc.

   

26,334

     

753,942

   

TE Connectivity Ltd.

   

76,421

     

4,531,001

   

Total

       

12,396,496

   

Internet Software & Services 3.6%

 

Akamai Technologies, Inc.(a)

   

33,562

     

2,393,306

   

eBay, Inc.(a)

   

207,788

     

5,633,133

   

Equinix, Inc.

   

10,700

     

2,886,539

   

Facebook, Inc., Class A(a)

   

395,875

     

35,403,101

   

Google, Inc., Class A(a)

   

53,794

     

34,848,829

   

Google, Inc., Class C(a)

   

53,947

     

33,352,733

   

VeriSign, Inc.(a)

   

19,697

     

1,357,911

   

Yahoo!, Inc.(a)

   

164,039

     

5,288,617

   

Total

       

121,164,169

   

IT Services 3.6%

 

Accenture PLC, Class A

   

117,712

     

11,096,710

   

Alliance Data Systems Corp.(a)

   

11,665

     

3,000,121

   

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.

   

88,250

     

6,823,490

   
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp.,
Class A(a)
   

114,757

     

7,222,806

   

Computer Sciences Corp.

   

25,878

     

1,604,177

   

Fidelity National Information Services, Inc.

   

53,278

     

3,679,379

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Fiserv, Inc.(a)

   

44,509

     

3,795,283

   

International Business Machines Corp.

   

172,132

     

25,456,602

   

MasterCard, Inc., Class A

   

182,170

     

16,827,043

   

Paychex, Inc.

   

61,449

     

2,744,312

   

PayPal Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

207,788

     

7,272,580

   

Teradata Corp.(a)

   

26,693

     

780,236

   

Total System Services, Inc.

   

30,837

     

1,413,260

   

Visa, Inc., Class A

   

363,334

     

25,905,714

   

Western Union Co. (The)

   

97,044

     

1,789,491

   

Xerox Corp.

   

195,045

     

1,983,608

   

Total

       

121,394,812

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 2.3%

 

Altera Corp.

   

56,592

     

2,747,542

   

Analog Devices, Inc.

   

58,929

     

3,291,774

   

Applied Materials, Inc.

   

231,497

     

3,723,629

   

Avago Technologies Ltd.

   

48,835

     

6,151,745

   

Broadcom Corp., Class A

   

102,221

     

5,281,759

   

First Solar, Inc.(a)

   

14,215

     

680,046

   

Intel Corp.

   

891,689

     

25,448,804

   

KLA-Tencor Corp.

   

30,059

     

1,506,256

   

Lam Research Corp.

   

29,759

     

2,165,562

   

Linear Technology Corp.

   

45,013

     

1,813,124

   

Microchip Technology, Inc.

   

39,530

     

1,680,025

   

Micron Technology, Inc.(a)

   

202,490

     

3,322,861

   

NVIDIA Corp.

   

96,064

     

2,159,519

   

Qorvo, Inc.(a)

   

28,090

     

1,559,276

   

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

   

35,920

     

3,137,612

   

Texas Instruments, Inc.

   

195,549

     

9,355,064

   

Xilinx, Inc.

   

48,606

     

2,036,105

   

Total

       

76,060,703

   

Software 3.7%

 

Activision Blizzard, Inc.

   

94,180

     

2,696,373

   

Adobe Systems, Inc.(a)

   

89,333

     

7,018,894

   

Autodesk, Inc.(a)

   

42,788

     

2,000,339

   

CA, Inc.

   

59,499

     

1,623,728

   

Citrix Systems, Inc.(a)

   

30,127

     

2,051,950

   

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

58,446

     

3,866,203

   

Intuit, Inc.

   

51,813

     

4,442,965

   

Microsoft Corp.

   

1,520,522

     

66,173,117

   

Oracle Corp.

   

599,210

     

22,224,699

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Red Hat, Inc.(a)

   

34,461

     

2,488,429

   

Salesforce.com, inc.(a)

   

114,597

     

7,948,448

   

Symantec Corp.

   

127,950

     

2,621,695

   

Total

       

125,156,840

   

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 4.5%

 

Apple, Inc.

   

1,082,849

     

122,102,053

   

EMC Corp.

   

365,028

     

9,078,246

   

Hewlett-Packard Co.

   

339,533

     

9,527,296

   

NetApp, Inc.

   

58,609

     

1,873,144

   

SanDisk Corp.

   

39,080

     

2,132,205

   

Seagate Technology PLC

   

59,651

     

3,066,061

   

Western Digital Corp.

   

40,801

     

3,344,050

   

Total

       

151,123,055

   

Total Information Technology

       

656,747,420

   

MATERIALS 2.9%

 

Chemicals 2.1%

 

Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.

   

36,330

     

5,069,125

   

Airgas, Inc.

   

12,778

     

1,233,333

   

CF Industries Holdings, Inc.

   

44,235

     

2,538,204

   

Dow Chemical Co. (The)

   

203,697

     

8,913,781

   

Eastman Chemical Co.

   

27,997

     

2,028,663

   

Ecolab, Inc.

   

50,373

     

5,497,709

   

EI du Pont de Nemours & Co.

   

170,152

     

8,762,828

   

FMC Corp.

   

25,095

     

1,061,769

   

International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc.

   

15,206

     

1,665,817

   

LyondellBasell Industries NV, Class A

   

73,838

     

6,304,288

   

Monsanto Co.

   

89,492

     

8,738,894

   

Mosaic Co. (The)

   

58,333

     

2,381,736

   

PPG Industries, Inc.

   

51,102

     

4,869,510

   

Praxair, Inc.

   

54,192

     

5,730,804

   

Sherwin-Williams Co. (The)

   

14,886

     

3,807,988

   

Sigma-Aldrich Corp.

   

22,444

     

3,128,918

   

Total

       

71,733,367

   

Construction Materials 0.1%

 

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.

   

11,665

     

1,957,387

   

Vulcan Materials Co.

   

24,934

     

2,334,321

   

Total

       

4,291,708

   

Containers & Packaging 0.3%

 

Avery Dennison Corp.

   

17,109

     

993,691

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Ball Corp.

   

25,907

     

1,707,530

   

Owens-Illinois, Inc.(a)

   

30,312

     

632,005

   

Sealed Air Corp.

   

39,504

     

2,032,481

   

Westrock Co.

   

49,008

     

2,908,625

   

Total

       

8,274,332

   

Metals & Mining 0.3%

 

Alcoa, Inc.

   

246,155

     

2,326,165

   

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

   

195,486

     

2,079,971

   

Newmont Mining Corp.

   

99,406

     

1,696,860

   

Nucor Corp.

   

59,985

     

2,596,751

   

Total

       

8,699,747

   

Paper & Forest Products 0.1%

 

International Paper Co.

   

79,485

     

3,428,983

   

Total Materials

       

96,428,137

   

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 2.4%

 

Diversified Telecommunication Services 2.4%

 

AT&T, Inc.

   

1,154,890

     

38,342,348

   

CenturyLink, Inc.

   

105,962

     

2,865,213

   

Frontier Communications Corp.

   

216,781

     

1,099,080

   

Level 3 Communications, Inc.(a)

   

55,295

     

2,473,345

   

Verizon Communications, Inc.

   

766,596

     

35,271,082

   

Total

       

80,051,068

   

Total Telecommunication Services

       

80,051,068

   

UTILITIES 2.9%

 

Electric Utilities 1.7%

 

American Electric Power Co., Inc.

   

92,085

     

4,999,295

   

Duke Energy Corp.

   

129,977

     

9,216,669

   

Edison International

   

61,241

     

3,581,374

   

Entergy Corp.

   

33,740

     

2,204,234

   

Eversource Energy

   

59,706

     

2,820,511

   

Exelon Corp.

   

161,883

     

4,979,521

   

FirstEnergy Corp.

   

79,327

     

2,535,291

   

NextEra Energy, Inc.

   

83,473

     

8,214,578

   

Pepco Holdings, Inc.

   

47,524

     

1,092,102

   

Pinnacle West Capital Corp.

   

20,814

     

1,239,057

   

PPL Corp.

   

125,581

     

3,891,755

   

Southern Co. (The)

   

170,722

     

7,411,042

   

Xcel Energy, Inc.

   

95,276

     

3,213,660

   

Total

       

55,399,089

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Gas Utilities —%

 

AGL Resources, Inc.

   

22,543

     

1,374,897

   
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity
Producers 0.1%
 

AES Corp. (The)

   

128,268

     

1,539,216

   

NRG Energy, Inc.

   

62,683

     

1,248,645

   

Total

       

2,787,861

   

Multi-Utilities 1.1%

 

Ameren Corp.

   

45,609

     

1,837,587

   

CenterPoint Energy, Inc.

   

80,864

     

1,505,688

   

CMS Energy Corp.

   

51,871

     

1,700,331

   

Consolidated Edison, Inc.

   

55,049

     

3,463,133

   

Dominion Resources, Inc.

   

111,550

     

7,780,613

   

DTE Energy Co.

   

33,707

     

2,631,168

   

NiSource, Inc.

   

59,657

     

1,001,641

   

PG&E Corp.

   

90,249

     

4,474,545

   

Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc.

   

95,080

     

3,826,970

   

SCANA Corp.

   

26,861

     

1,420,678

   

Sempra Energy

   

43,748

     

4,149,498

   

TECO Energy, Inc.

   

44,195

     

931,189

   

WEC Energy Group, Inc.

   

59,245

     

2,823,024

   

Total

       

37,546,065

   

Total Utilities

       

97,107,912

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $2,070,390,429)
       

3,271,808,788

   

Money Market Funds 5.2%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(c)(f)
   

174,409,583

     

174,409,583

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $174,409,583)
       

174,409,583

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $2,244,800,012)
       

3,446,218,371

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

(96,916,114

)

 

Net Assets

       

3,349,302,257

   

At August 31, 2015, securities totaling $11,981,970 were pledged as collateral.

Investments in Derivatives

Futures Contracts Outstanding at August 31, 2015

Long Futures Contracts Outstanding

Contract Description

  Number of
Contracts
  Trading
Currency
  Notional
Market
Value ($)
  Expiration
Date
  Unrealized
Appreciation ($)
  Unrealized
Depreciation ($)
 

S&P 500 FUTURE

   

163

      USD        

80,244,900

   

09/2015

   

     

(370,146

)

 

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  This security or a portion of this security has been pledged as collateral in connection with derivative contracts.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments (continued)

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Realized
Gain (Loss) ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 
Ameriprise
Financial, Inc.
   

1,067,614

     

244,286

     

(314,403

)

   

24,108

     

1,021,605

     

47,504

     

3,841,596

   
Columbia
Short-Term
Cash Fund
   

172,199,950

     

410,303,142

     

(408,093,509

)

   

     

174,409,583

     

58,893

     

174,409,583

   

Total

   

173,267,564

     

410,547,428

     

(408,407,912

)

   

24,108

     

175,431,188

     

106,397

     

178,251,179

   

(d)  Represents fractional shares.

(e)  Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at August 31, 2015 was $1, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at August 31, 2015 is as follows:

Security Description

 

Acquisition Dates

 

Cost ($)

 

Five Star Quality Care, Inc.

 

01/02/2002

   

2

   

(f)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

Currency Legend

USD  US Dollar

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

422,215,962

     

     

     

422,215,962

   

Consumer Staples

   

316,478,903

     

     

     

316,478,903

   

Energy

   

237,328,879

     

     

     

237,328,879

   

Financials

   

541,773,438

     

     

     

541,773,438

   

Health Care

   

498,734,068

     

1

     

     

498,734,069

   

Industrials

   

324,943,000

     

     

     

324,943,000

   

Information Technology

   

656,747,420

     

     

     

656,747,420

   

Materials

   

96,428,137

     

     

     

96,428,137

   

Telecommunication Services

   

80,051,068

     

     

     

80,051,068

   

Utilities

   

97,107,912

     

     

     

97,107,912

   

Total Common Stocks

   

3,271,808,787

     

1

     

     

3,271,808,788

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

174,409,583

     

     

174,409,583

   

Total Investments

   

3,271,808,787

     

174,409,584

     

     

3,446,218,371

   

Derivatives

 

Liabilities

 

Futures Contracts

   

(370,146

)

   

     

     

(370,146

)

 

Total

   

3,271,438,641

     

174,409,584

     

     

3,445,848,225

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Derivative instruments are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

172,199,950

     

172,199,950

           

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $2,069,368,824)

 

$

3,267,967,192

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $175,431,188)

   

178,251,179

   

Total investments (identified cost $2,244,800,012)

   

3,446,218,371

   

Cash

   

2,602,496

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

71,458

   

Capital shares sold

   

2,693,320

   

Dividends

   

7,605,443

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

712

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

655

   

Total assets

   

3,459,192,455

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

2,751,469

   

Capital shares purchased

   

104,905,543

   

Variation margin

   

1,963,417

   

Investment management fees

   

57,204

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

20,581

   

Compensation of board members

   

191,465

   

Other expenses

   

519

   

Total liabilities

   

109,890,198

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,349,302,257

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

2,187,700,253

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

19,107,892

   

Accumulated net realized loss

   

(58,554,101

)

 

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments — unaffiliated issuers

   

1,198,598,368

   

Investments — affiliated issuers

   

2,819,991

   

Futures contracts

   

(370,146

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

3,349,302,257

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

993,367,505

   

Shares outstanding

   

26,148,668

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

37.99

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

189,017

   

Shares outstanding

   

4,977

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

37.98

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,691

   

Shares outstanding

   

70

   

Net asset value per share(a)

 

$

38.19

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

212,311,041

   

Shares outstanding

   

5,489,016

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

38.68

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

2,143,432,003

   

Shares outstanding

   

56,119,518

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

38.19

   

(a) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

24,439,667

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

106,397

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(8,259

)

 

Total income

   

24,537,805

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

3,726,757

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

1,388,979

   

Class B

   

1,083

   

Compensation of board members

   

33,590

   

Other

   

7,588

   

Total expenses

   

5,157,997

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(53,904

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(3,909

)

 

Total net expenses

   

5,100,184

   

Net investment income

   

19,437,621

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments — unaffiliated issuers

   

(22,739,522

)

 

Investments — affiliated issuers

   

24,108

   

Futures contracts

   

2,217,448

   

Net realized loss

   

(20,497,966

)

 

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments — unaffiliated issuers

   

(188,200,103

)

 

Investments — affiliated issuers

   

(767,530

)

 

Futures contracts

   

(7,791,101

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(196,758,734

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(217,256,700

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(197,819,079

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

19,437,621

   

$

77,497,476

   

Net realized gain (loss)

   

(20,497,966

)

   

13,059,168

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

   

(196,758,734

)

   

394,702,946

   

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(197,819,079

)

   

485,259,590

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(7,772,447

)

   

(14,829,787

)

 

Class B

   

(1,252

)

   

(1,921

)

 

Class I

   

(22

)

   

(49

)

 

Class R5

   

(1,630,082

)

   

(2,613,002

)

 

Class Z

   

(18,610,064

)

   

(39,992,685

)

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(2,731,656

)

   

(398,619

)

 

Class B

   

(525

)

   

(96

)

 

Class I

   

(7

)

   

(1

)

 

Class R5

   

(543,620

)

   

(61,227

)

 

Class Z

   

(6,206,317

)

   

(899,951

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(37,495,992

)

   

(58,797,338

)

 

Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(118,678,342

)

   

73,317,379

   

Total increase (decrease) in net assets

   

(353,993,413

)

   

499,779,631

   

Net assets at beginning of period

   

3,703,295,670

     

3,203,516,039

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

3,349,302,257

   

$

3,703,295,670

   

Undistributed net investment income

 

$

19,107,892

   

$

27,684,138

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

4,042,662

     

162,732,285

     

12,232,068

     

466,788,193

   

Distributions reinvested

   

242,965

     

9,898,381

     

367,515

     

14,549,403

   

Redemptions

   

(5,880,782

)

   

(237,312,673

)

   

(7,070,021

)

   

(270,204,930

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(1,595,155

)

   

(64,682,007

)

   

5,529,562

     

211,132,666

   

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

62

     

2,511

     

284

     

10,627

   

Distributions reinvested

   

41

     

1,688

     

48

     

1,904

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(1,100

)

   

(44,512

)

   

(1,627

)

   

(59,770

)

 

Net decrease

   

(997

)

   

(40,313

)

   

(1,295

)

   

(47,239

)

 

Class I shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(33

)

   

(1,200

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

     

     

(33

)

   

(1,200

)

 

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

2,711,441

     

111,644,634

     

2,040,503

     

78,666,552

   

Distributions reinvested

   

52,429

     

2,173,702

     

62,516

     

2,517,400

   

Redemptions

   

(1,397,542

)

   

(57,031,063

)

   

(681,138

)

   

(26,562,692

)

 

Net increase

   

1,366,328

     

56,787,273

     

1,421,881

     

54,621,260

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

5,662,015

     

228,156,370

     

10,922,158

     

418,946,102

   

Distributions reinvested

   

477,767

     

19,559,767

     

798,567

     

31,695,172

   

Redemptions

   

(9,024,110

)

   

(358,459,432

)

   

(16,830,574

)

   

(643,029,382

)

 

Net decrease

   

(2,884,328

)

   

(110,743,295

)

   

(5,109,849

)

   

(192,388,108

)

 

Total net increase (decrease)

   

(3,114,152

)

   

(118,678,342

)

   

1,840,266

     

73,317,379

   

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

40.60

   

$

35.85

   

$

29.16

   

$

26.35

   

$

25.62

   

$

21.30

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.17

(f)

   

0.83

     

0.53

     

0.50

     

0.42

     

0.37

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(2.38

)

   

4.52

     

6.67

     

2.88

     

0.74

     

4.30

   

Total from investment operations

   

(2.21

)

   

5.35

     

7.20

     

3.38

     

1.16

     

4.67

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.58

)

   

(0.51

)

   

(0.57

)

   

(0.43

)

   

(0.35

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.02

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.40

)

   

(0.60

)

   

(0.51

)

   

(0.57

)

   

(0.43

)

   

(0.35

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

37.99

   

$

40.60

   

$

35.85

   

$

29.16

   

$

26.35

   

$

25.62

   

Total return

   

(5.50

%)

   

14.98

%

   

24.80

%

   

12.98

%

   

4.67

%

   

22.09

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.45

%(b)

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%(c)

   

0.45

%

   

0.45

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.45

%(b)(e)

   

0.45

%(e)

   

0.45

%(e)

   

0.44

%(c)(e)

   

0.42

%(e)

   

0.39

%

 

Net investment income

   

0.85

%(b)

   

2.18

%

   

1.63

%

   

1.85

%

   

1.72

%

   

1.64

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

993,368

   

$

1,126,444

   

$

796,430

   

$

544,128

   

$

472,381

   

$

383,538

   

Portfolio turnover

   

7

%

   

5

%

   

3

%

   

7

%

   

6

%

   

2

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(f)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.04 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

40.70

   

$

35.93

   

$

29.24

   

$

26.44

   

$

25.70

   

$

21.37

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.01

)(f)

   

0.50

     

0.28

     

0.28

     

0.22

     

0.20

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(2.36

)

   

4.59

     

6.69

     

2.89

     

0.76

     

4.32

   

Total from investment operations

   

(2.37

)

   

5.09

     

6.97

     

3.17

     

0.98

     

4.52

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.25

)

   

(0.30

)

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.37

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.19

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.02

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.35

)

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.28

)

   

(0.37

)

   

(0.24

)

   

(0.19

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

37.98

   

$

40.70

   

$

35.93

   

$

29.24

   

$

26.44

   

$

25.70

   

Total return

   

(5.87

%)

   

14.20

%

   

23.88

%

   

12.08

%

   

3.90

%

   

21.22

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.20

%(b)

   

1.20

%

   

1.20

%

   

1.20

%(c)

   

1.20

%

   

1.20

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.20

%(b)(e)

   

1.20

%(e)

   

1.20

%(e)

   

1.18

%(c)(e)

   

1.17

%(e)

   

1.14

%

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.04

%)(b)

   

1.31

%

   

0.86

%

   

1.04

%

   

0.90

%

   

0.87

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

189

   

$

243

   

$

261

   

$

426

   

$

1,305

   

$

3,550

   

Portfolio turnover

   

7

%

   

5

%

   

3

%

   

7

%

   

6

%

   

2

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(f)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.04 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

40.78

   

$

36.01

   

$

29.28

   

$

26.45

   

$

24.22

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.23

(f)

   

0.89

     

0.62

     

0.57

     

0.15

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(2.40

)

   

4.59

     

6.70

     

2.89

     

2.49

   

Total from investment operations

   

(2.17

)

   

5.48

     

7.32

     

3.46

     

2.64

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.69

)

   

(0.59

)

   

(0.63

)

   

(0.41

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.02

)

   

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.71

)

   

(0.59

)

   

(0.63

)

   

(0.41

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

38.19

   

$

40.78

   

$

36.01

   

$

29.28

   

$

26.45

   

Total return

   

(5.39

%)

   

15.27

%

   

25.12

%

   

13.28

%

   

11.08

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.22

%

   

0.22

%(d)

   

0.15

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.19

%(d)

   

0.15

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

1.12

%(c)

   

2.33

%

   

1.88

%

   

2.09

%

   

2.06

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

4

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

7

%

   

5

%

   

3

%

   

7

%

   

6

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 16, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.05 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

41.29

   

$

36.45

   

$

29.63

   

$

27.28

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.26

(f)

   

0.94

     

0.68

     

0.21

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(2.45

)

   

4.60

     

6.74

     

2.68

   

Total from investment operations

   

(2.19

)

   

5.54

     

7.42

     

2.89

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.68

)

   

(0.60

)

   

(0.54

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.02

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.70

)

   

(0.60

)

   

(0.54

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

38.68

   

$

41.29

   

$

36.45

   

$

29.63

   

Total return

   

(5.37

%)

   

15.25

%

   

25.14

%

   

10.73

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.14

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.14

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

1.26

%(c)

   

2.44

%

   

1.96

%

   

2.48

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

212,311

   

$

170,244

   

$

98,439

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

7

%

   

5

%

   

3

%

   

7

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(f)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.06 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

40.78

   

$

36.00

   

$

29.28

   

$

26.45

   

$

25.72

   

$

21.37

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.23

(f)

   

0.89

     

0.62

     

0.57

     

0.48

     

0.43

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(2.40

)

   

4.59

     

6.69

     

2.89

     

0.74

     

4.33

   

Total from investment operations

   

(2.17

)

   

5.48

     

7.31

     

3.46

     

1.22

     

4.76

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.32

)

   

(0.68

)

   

(0.59

)

   

(0.63

)

   

(0.49

)

   

(0.41

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.02

)

   

     

     

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.42

)

   

(0.70

)

   

(0.59

)

   

(0.63

)

   

(0.49

)

   

(0.41

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

38.19

   

$

40.78

   

$

36.00

   

$

29.28

   

$

26.45

   

$

25.72

   

Total return

   

(5.39

%)

   

15.27

%

   

25.09

%

   

13.28

%

   

4.91

%

   

22.44

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.20

%(b)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%(c)

   

0.20

%

   

0.20

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.20

%(b)(e)

   

0.20

%(e)

   

0.20

%(e)

   

0.19

%(c)(e)

   

0.16

%(e)

   

0.14

%

 

Net investment income

   

1.12

%(b)

   

2.33

%

   

1.88

%

   

2.06

%

   

1.95

%

   

1.88

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2,143,432

   

$

2,406,361

   

$

2,308,382

   

$

1,961,058

   

$

3,148,041

   

$

3,050,979

   

Portfolio turnover

   

7

%

   

5

%

   

3

%

   

7

%

   

6

%

   

2

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(f)  Net investment income per share reflects special dividends. The effect of these dividends amounted to $0.04 per share.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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Note 1. Organization

Columbia Large Cap Index Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class I, Class R5 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are not subject to any front-end sales charge or contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple

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factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Derivative Instruments

The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to

pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.

A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.

In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter

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derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.

Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.

Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on

whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.

For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Futures Contracts

Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to maintain appropriate equity market exposure while keeping sufficient cash to accommodate daily redemptions. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.

Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements

The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present

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additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.

The following table provides a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at August 31, 2015:

Liability Derivatives

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Statement of Assets and
Liabilities Location
 

Fair Value ($)

 

Equity risk

  Net assets — unrealized
depreciation on futures
contracts
 

370,146

*

 

*Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day's variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

2,217,448

   
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on
Derivatives Recognized in Income
 

Risk Exposure Category

 

Futures Contracts ($)

 

Equity risk

   

(7,791,101

)

 

The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Derivative Instrument

 

Average Notional Amounts ($)*

 

Futures contracts — Long

   

134,365,950

   

*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In

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addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That

Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to 0.20% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,247,854, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,247,854.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $3,219.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are

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compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The transfer agency fees are payable by the Investment Manager. The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund. The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Investment Manager for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket expenses.

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $3,909.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to

compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B shares of the Fund.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $116 for Class B shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the period disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:

    Fee Rates Contractual
through
June 30, 2016
 

Class A

   

0.45

%

 

Class B

   

1.20

   

Class I

   

0.20

   

Class R5

   

0.20

   

Class Z

   

0.20

   

Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage

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commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $2,244,800,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

1,352,717,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(151,299,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

1,201,418,000

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $258,120,601 and $296,277,625, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The

income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 24.4% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 13.2% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial

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statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further,

although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Large Cap Index Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Large Cap Index Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability. The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was slightly below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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COLUMBIA LARGE CAP INDEX FUND

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Large Cap Index Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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August 31, 2015

COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND




ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

11

   

Statement of Operations

   

13

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

14

   

Financial Highlights

   

16

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

27

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

37

   
Approval of Investment Management Services and
Subadvisory Agreements
   

40

   

Important Information About This Report

   

43

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

 

 

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Select International Equity Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.48% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), which returned -6.30% for the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

06/03/92

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.48

     

-4.57

     

5.55

     

2.76

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.94

     

-10.08

     

4.32

     

2.16

   

Class B

 

06/07/93

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.89

     

-5.35

     

4.76

     

1.98

   

Including sales charges

           

-10.59

     

-10.08

     

4.42

     

1.98

   

Class C

 

06/17/92

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-5.88

     

-5.33

     

4.75

     

1.99

   

Including sales charges

           

-6.82

     

-6.28

     

4.75

     

1.99

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-5.27

     

-4.11

     

6.06

     

3.15

   

Class K*

 

03/07/11

   

-5.45

     

-4.35

     

5.73

     

2.93

   

Class R*

 

01/23/06

   

-5.58

     

-4.74

     

5.32

     

2.52

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.41

     

-4.39

     

5.80

     

3.02

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-5.26

     

-4.10

     

5.92

     

3.08

   

Class W*

 

09/27/10

   

-5.55

     

-4.57

     

5.56

     

2.79

   

Class Y*

 

03/07/11

   

-5.27

     

-4.11

     

6.03

     

3.13

   

Class Z

 

12/02/91

   

-5.44

     

-4.42

     

5.81

     

3.03

   

MSCI EAFE Index (Net)

           

-6.30

     

-7.47

     

7.05

     

3.96

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The MSCI EAFE Index (Net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure the equity market performance of developed markets, excluding the U.S. and Canada. The index is compiled from a composite of securities markets of Europe, Australasia and the Far East and is widely recognized by investors in foreign markets as the measurement index for portfolios of non-North American securities.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes (except the MSCI EAFE Index (Net), which reflects reinvested dividends net of withholding taxes) or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

UBS AG (Switzerland)

   

3.6

   

AstraZeneca PLC (United Kingdom)

   

3.1

   

Roche Holding AG, Genusschein Shares (Switzerland)

   

2.9

   

Airbus Group SE (France)

   

2.7

   

Unilever PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.7

   

Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. (Japan)

   

2.6

   

Bank of Ireland (Ireland)

   

2.6

   

Continental AG (Germany)

   

2.6

   

Hays PLC (United Kingdom)

   

2.5

   

Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B (Denmark)

   

2.5

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Country Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Australia

   

4.8

   

Belgium

   

2.0

   

Canada

   

3.0

   

China

   

2.2

   

Denmark

   

2.4

   

France

   

7.0

   

Germany

   

8.1

   

Hong Kong

   

2.4

   

Ireland

   

2.6

   

Japan

   

29.4

   

Malta

   

0.0

(a)

 

Netherlands

   

3.6

   

Singapore

   

0.7

   

Spain

   

2.2

   

Switzerland

   

8.3

   

United Kingdom

   

20.0

   

United States(b)

   

1.3

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Country Breakdown is based primarily on issuer's place of organization/incorporation. Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

(a) Rounds to zero

(b) Includes investments in Money Market Funds.

Portfolio Management

Threadneedle International Limited

Simon Haines, CFA

William Davies

David Dudding, CFA

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW (continued)

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

16.3

   

Consumer Staples

   

9.2

   

Financials

   

25.7

   

Health Care

   

11.5

   

Industrials

   

19.6

   

Information Technology

   

8.8

   

Materials

   

5.6

   

Telecommunication Services

   

3.3

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.20

     

1,018.05

     

7.03

     

7.29

     

1.43

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

941.10

     

1,014.25

     

10.69

     

11.10

     

2.18

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

941.20

     

1,014.25

     

10.70

     

11.10

     

2.18

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

947.30

     

1,020.32

     

4.82

     

5.00

     

0.98

   

Class K

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.50

     

1,019.01

     

6.10

     

6.33

     

1.24

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.20

     

1,016.78

     

8.25

     

8.56

     

1.68

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.90

     

1,019.21

     

5.90

     

6.12

     

1.20

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

947.40

     

1,020.27

     

4.87

     

5.05

     

0.99

   

Class W

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

944.50

     

1,018.05

     

7.03

     

7.29

     

1.43

   

Class Y

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

947.30

     

1,020.47

     

4.68

     

4.85

     

0.95

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

945.60

     

1,019.31

     

5.80

     

6.02

     

1.18

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 96.5%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

AUSTRALIA 4.8%

 

AMP Ltd.

   

897,000

     

3,794,271

   

Commonwealth Bank of Australia

   

78,292

     

4,182,853

   

Healthscope Ltd.

   

1,993,910

     

3,770,565

   

National Australia Bank Ltd.

   

95,000

     

2,106,483

   

QBE Insurance Group Ltd.

   

347,219

     

3,260,562

   

Westpac Banking Corp.

   

273,859

     

6,081,143

   

Woolworths Ltd.

   

138,000

     

2,590,781

   

Total

       

25,786,658

   

BELGIUM 2.0%

 

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

   

97,931

     

10,710,204

   

CANADA 3.0%

 

Canadian National Railway Co.

   

120,800

     

6,722,232

   

Methanex Corp.

   

232,500

     

9,514,898

   

Total

       

16,237,130

   

CHINA 2.1%

 

3SBio, Inc.(a)

   

2,566,000

     

2,579,227

   

China Life Insurance Co., Ltd., Class H

   

1,228,000

     

4,195,545

   

China Milk Products Group Ltd.(a)(b)(c)

   

7,426,000

     

5

   

China Mobile Ltd.

   

391,000

     

4,702,986

   

Total

       

11,477,763

   

DENMARK 2.4%

 

Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B

   

233,824

     

12,978,992

   

FRANCE 6.9%

 

Airbus Group SE

   

221,484

     

14,437,596

   

L'Oreal SA

   

72,011

     

12,339,257

   

Schneider Electric SE

   

171,883

     

10,864,852

   

Total

       

37,641,705

   

GERMANY 7.1%

 

Allianz SE, Registered Shares

   

27,320

     

4,360,980

   

Bayer AG, Registered Shares

   

73,029

     

9,911,796

   

Brenntag AG

   

188,271

     

10,474,688

   

Continental AG

   

63,927

     

13,590,332

   

Total

       

38,337,796

   

HONG KONG 2.4%

 

AIA Group Ltd.

   

725,000

     

4,005,696

   

Cheung Kong Property Holding Ltd.(a)

   

539,000

     

3,796,390

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd.

   

284,000

     

3,782,642

   

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd.

   

57,000

     

1,339,008

   

Total

       

12,923,736

   

IRELAND 2.5%

 

Bank of Ireland(a)

   

34,382,277

     

13,696,643

   

JAPAN 29.0%

 

Capcom Co., Ltd.

   

523,800

     

12,277,783

   

Dentsu, Inc.

   

199,500

     

10,213,057

   

Ebara Corp.

   

1,938,000

     

7,716,402

   

Japan Exchange Group, Inc.

   

355,200

     

11,021,955

   

Mazda Motor Corp.

   

605,600

     

10,378,428

   

Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.

   

640,000

     

13,766,936

   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc.

   

1,931,800

     

12,742,502

   

Nomura Holdings, Inc.

   

1,311,600

     

8,227,951

   

Rakuten, Inc.

   

347,600

     

4,956,205

   

Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd.

   

139,100

     

4,271,210

   

SCSK Corp.

   

253,900

     

9,162,810

   

Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.

   

841,000

     

9,261,824

   

Shimano, Inc.

   

76,800

     

10,318,124

   

Tadano Ltd.

   

753,000

     

10,215,447

   

Taiheiyo Cement Corp.

   

3,013,000

     

10,179,743

   

Yaskawa Electric Corp.

   

1,078,900

     

12,281,431

   

Total

       

156,991,808

   

MALTA —%

 

BGP Holdings PLC(a)(b)(c)

   

2,232,232

     

2

   

NETHERLANDS 3.5%

 
ASML Holding NV    

138,026

     

12,651,085

   

ING Groep NV-CVA

   

431,185

     

6,602,194

   

Total

       

19,253,279

   

SINGAPORE 0.7%

 

DBS Group Holdings Ltd.

   

288,000

     

3,630,045

   

SPAIN 2.2%

 

Industria de Diseno Textil SA

   

356,066

     

11,882,905

   

SWITZERLAND 8.2%

 

Roche Holding AG, Genusschein Shares

   

56,202

     

15,349,225

   

Sika AG

   

1,304

     

4,318,113

   

Syngenta AG, Registered Shares

   

16,627

     

5,762,215

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

UBS AG

   

919,228

     

19,047,366

   

Total

       

44,476,919

   

UNITED KINGDOM 19.7%

 

AstraZeneca PLC

   

258,745

     

16,142,875

   

Berendsen PLC

   

605,321

     

9,214,484

   

BT Group PLC

   

1,861,383

     

12,417,635

   

Diageo PLC

   

344,551

     

9,129,554

   

GKN PLC

   

2,324,528

     

10,322,415

   

Hays PLC

   

5,419,060

     

13,185,624

   

Legal & General Group PLC

   

2,544,467

     

9,789,130

   

Unilever PLC

   

349,190

     

14,004,234

   

Wolseley PLC

   

199,842

     

12,808,022

   

Total

       

107,013,973

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $504,224,264)
       

523,039,558

   

Preferred Stocks 0.9%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

GERMANY 0.9%

 

Volkswagen AG

   

25,990

     

4,943,416

   
Total Preferred Stocks
(Cost: $6,577,582)
       

4,943,416

   

Money Market Funds 1.3%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(d)(e)
   

7,053,933

     

7,053,933

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $7,053,933)
       

7,053,933

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $517,855,779)
       

535,036,907

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

6,978,266

   

Net Assets

       

542,015,173

   

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at August 31, 2015 was $7, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at August 31, 2015 is as follows

Security Description

 

Acquisition Dates

 

Cost ($)

 

BGP Holdings PLC

 

02/04/2009 - 05/14/2009

   

   

China Milk Products Group Ltd.

 

09/11/2006 - 07/02/2009

   

4,479,619

   

(c)  Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At August 31, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $7, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets.

(d)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(e)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

11,700,610

     

209,227,418

     

(213,874,095

)

   

7,053,933

     

3,883

     

7,053,933

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Australia

   

     

25,786,658

     

     

25,786,658

   

Belgium

   

     

10,710,204

     

     

10,710,204

   

Canada

   

16,237,130

     

     

     

16,237,130

   

China

   

     

11,477,758

     

5

     

11,477,763

   

Denmark

   

     

12,978,992

     

     

12,978,992

   

France

   

     

37,641,705

     

     

37,641,705

   

Germany

   

     

38,337,796

     

     

38,337,796

   

Hong Kong

   

     

12,923,736

     

     

12,923,736

   

Ireland

   

     

13,696,643

     

     

13,696,643

   

Japan

   

     

156,991,808

     

     

156,991,808

   

Malta

   

     

     

2

     

2

   

Netherlands

   

     

19,253,279

     

     

19,253,279

   

Singapore

   

     

3,630,045

     

     

3,630,045

   

Spain

   

     

11,882,905

     

     

11,882,905

   

Switzerland

   

     

44,476,919

     

     

44,476,919

   

United Kingdom

   

     

107,013,973

     

     

107,013,973

   

Total Common Stocks

   

16,237,130

     

506,802,421

     

7

     

523,039,558

   

Preferred Stocks

 

Germany

   

     

4,943,416

     

     

4,943,416

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

7,053,933

     

     

7,053,933

   

Total Investments

   

16,237,130

     

518,799,770

     

7

     

535,036,907

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

11,700,610

     

11,700,610

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The Fund does not hold any significant investments (greater than one percent of net assets) categorized as Level 3.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain common stocks classified as Level 3 securities are valued using the market approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered various factors which may have included, but were not limited to, the halt price of the security, the movement in observed market prices for other securities from the issuer, the movement in certain foreign or domestic market indices, and the position of the security within the respective company's capital structure. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $510,801,846)

 

$

527,982,974

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $7,053,933)

   

7,053,933

   

Total investments (identified cost $517,855,779)

   

535,036,907

   

Foreign currency (identified cost $502)

   

390

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

3,764,902

   

Capital shares sold

   

2,867,937

   

Dividends

   

1,206,364

   

Foreign tax reclaims

   

1,542,449

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

1,663

   

Prepaid expenses

   

5,183

   

Trustees' deferred compensation plan

   

87,488

   

Other assets

   

38,404

   

Total assets

   

544,551,687

   

Liabilities

 

Due to custodian

   

1,380,926

   

Payable for:

 

Capital shares purchased

   

668,778

   

Investment management fees

   

38,906

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

9,777

   

Transfer agent fees

   

108,198

   

Plan administration fees

   

14

   

Compensation of board members

   

178,966

   

Other expenses

   

63,461

   

Trustees' deferred compensation plan

   

87,488

   

Total liabilities

   

2,536,514

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

542,015,173

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

1,253,733,153

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

373,936

   

Accumulated net realized loss

   

(729,120,792

)

 

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

17,181,128

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(152,252

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

542,015,173

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

248,620,168

   

Shares outstanding

   

19,216,801

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.94

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

13.73

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

1,475,278

   

Shares outstanding

   

128,122

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

11.51

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

9,860,996

   

Shares outstanding

   

866,980

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

11.37

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,611

   

Shares outstanding

   

196

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

13.29

   

Class K

 

Net assets

 

$

62,697

   

Shares outstanding

   

4,755

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.19

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

1,339,275

   

Shares outstanding

   

104,183

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.86

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

9,108

   

Shares outstanding

   

686

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.28

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

38,522

   

Shares outstanding

   

2,889

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

13.34

   

Class W

 

Net assets

 

$

175,102,867

   

Shares outstanding

   

13,531,315

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

12.94

   

Class Y

 

Net assets

 

$

14,745,024

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,108,509

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.30

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

90,758,627

   

Shares outstanding

   

6,873,493

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

13.20

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

9,129,721

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

3,883

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(896,135

)

 

Total income

   

8,237,469

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

2,704,710

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

342,384

   

Class B

   

9,377

   

Class C

   

54,375

   

Class R

   

3,651

   

Class W

   

251,589

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

333,237

   

Class B

   

2,286

   

Class C

   

13,230

   

Class K

   

18

   

Class R

   

1,775

   

Class R4

   

5

   

Class R5

   

15

   

Class W

   

244,999

   

Class Z

   

150,403

   

Plan administration fees

 

Class K

   

92

   

Compensation of board members

   

15,504

   

Custodian fees

   

48,185

   

Printing and postage fees

   

88,626

   

Registration fees

   

65,853

   

Professional fees

   

31,717

   

Line of credit interest expense

   

333

   

Other

   

9,086

   

Total expenses

   

4,371,450

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(23,011

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(14,642

)

 

Total net expenses

   

4,333,797

   

Net investment income

   

3,903,672

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

60,863,664

   

Foreign currency translations

   

(499,358

)

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

42,973

   

Futures contracts

   

171,900

   

Net realized gain

   

60,579,179

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(98,626,365

)

 

Foreign currency translations

   

(19,970

)

 

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts

   

352,813

   

Futures contracts

   

(320,772

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(98,614,294

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(38,035,115

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(34,131,443

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

3,903,672

   

$

6,349,396

   

Net realized gain

   

60,579,179

     

54,187,802

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(98,614,294

)

   

(66,542,542

)

 

Net decrease in net assets resulting from operations

   

(34,131,443

)

   

(6,005,344

)

 

Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(117,155,589

)

   

(58,818,743

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements (Note 6)

   

2,627,180

     

633,636

   

Total decrease in net assets

   

(148,659,852

)

   

(64,190,451

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

690,675,025

     

754,865,476

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

542,015,173

   

$

690,675,025

   

Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income

 

$

373,936

   

$

(3,529,736

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

356,345

     

4,900,054

     

586,691

     

7,782,084

   

Redemptions

   

(1,221,674

)

   

(16,803,518

)

   

(3,327,729

)

   

(44,322,491

)

 

Net decrease

   

(865,329

)

   

(11,903,464

)

   

(2,741,038

)

   

(36,540,407

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

5,400

     

65,655

     

2,838

     

34,474

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(64,956

)

   

(800,897

)

   

(156,096

)

   

(1,846,235

)

 

Net decrease

   

(59,556

)

   

(735,242

)

   

(153,258

)

   

(1,811,761

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

36,792

     

447,290

     

65,342

     

760,338

   

Redemptions

   

(83,585

)

   

(1,012,983

)

   

(169,333

)

   

(2,010,481

)

 

Net decrease

   

(46,793

)

   

(565,693

)

   

(103,991

)

   

(1,250,143

)

 

Class I shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(1,134

)

   

(15,898

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(1,134

)

   

(15,898

)

 

Class K shares

 

Redemptions

   

(2,617

)

   

(36,039

)

   

(507

)

   

(7,101

)

 

Net decrease

   

(2,617

)

   

(36,039

)

   

(507

)

   

(7,101

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

9,246

     

126,056

     

40,197

     

528,291

   

Redemptions

   

(19,829

)

   

(268,233

)

   

(43,395

)

   

(585,626

)

 

Net decrease

   

(10,583

)

   

(142,177

)

   

(3,198

)

   

(57,335

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

506

     

7,255

     

     

   

Redemptions

   

     

     

(285

)

   

(4,033

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

506

     

7,255

     

(285

)

   

(4,033

)

 

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

416

     

5,936

     

6,031

     

81,262

   

Redemptions

   

(1,749

)

   

(24,423

)

   

(2,817

)

   

(37,545

)

 

Net decrease

   

(1,333

)

   

(18,487

)

   

3,214

     

43,717

   

Class W shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,022,286

     

14,051,869

     

11,495,335

     

150,023,731

   

Redemptions

   

(2,510,129

)

   

(34,281,718

)

   

(8,468,053

)

   

(115,361,849

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(1,487,843

)

   

(20,229,849

)

   

3,027,282

     

34,661,882

   

Class Y shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(21

)

   

(300

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(21

)

   

(300

)

 

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

51,739

     

719,002

     

145,230

     

1,972,107

   

Redemptions

   

(6,026,364

)

   

(84,250,895

)

   

(4,106,022

)

   

(55,809,471

)

 

Net decrease

   

(5,974,625

)

   

(83,531,893

)

   

(3,960,792

)

   

(53,837,364

)

 

Total net decrease

   

(8,448,173

)

   

(117,155,589

)

   

(3,933,728

)

   

(58,818,743

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.69

   

$

13.88

   

$

12.02

   

$

11.68

   

$

12.46

   

$

10.68

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.08

     

0.12

     

0.15

     

0.17

     

0.14

     

0.14

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.89

)

   

(0.32

)

   

1.71

     

0.56

     

(0.94

)

   

1.85

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.81

)

   

(0.20

)

   

1.86

     

0.73

     

(0.80

)

   

1.99

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.39

)

   

     

(0.21

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.39

)

   

     

(0.21

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.94

   

$

13.69

   

$

13.88

   

$

12.02

   

$

11.68

   

$

12.46

   

Total return

   

(5.48

%)(b)

   

(1.37

%)(c)

   

15.47

%

   

6.41

%

   

(6.26

%)(d)

   

18.80

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.44

%(f)(g)

   

1.49

%

   

1.42

%(g)

   

1.39

%(g)

   

1.36

%

   

1.33

%(g)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

1.43

%(f)(g)(i)

   

1.47

%(i)

   

1.42

%(g)(i)

   

1.38

%(g)(i)

   

1.32

%(i)

   

1.33

%(g)(i)

 

Net investment income

   

1.16

%(f)

   

0.94

%

   

1.20

%

   

1.46

%

   

1.20

%

   

1.27

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

248,620

   

$

274,993

   

$

316,823

   

$

313,239

   

$

356,708

   

$

24,668

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

   

92

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(i)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.23

   

$

12.50

   

$

10.90

   

$

10.55

   

$

11.34

   

$

9.75

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.03

     

0.04

     

0.06

     

0.09

     

0.06

     

0.07

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.32

)

   

1.54

     

0.49

     

(0.87

)

   

1.66

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.77

)

   

(0.28

)

   

1.60

     

0.58

     

(0.81

)

   

1.73

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.23

)

   

     

(0.14

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.23

)

   

     

(0.14

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.05

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.51

   

$

12.23

   

$

12.50

   

$

10.90

   

$

10.55

   

$

11.34

   

Total return

   

(5.89

%)(b)

   

(2.16

%)(c)

   

14.68

%

   

5.59

%

   

(6.97

%)(d)

   

17.88

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.19

%(f)(g)

   

2.24

%

   

2.17

%(g)

   

2.13

%(g)

   

2.11

%

   

2.08

%(g)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

2.18

%(f)(g)(i)

   

2.22

%(i)

   

2.17

%(g)(i)

   

2.12

%(g)(i)

   

2.06

%(i)

   

2.08

%(g)(i)

 

Net investment income

   

0.52

%(f)

   

0.33

%

   

0.52

%

   

0.91

%

   

0.62

%

   

0.70

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,475

   

$

2,296

   

$

4,260

   

$

6,566

   

$

11,838

   

$

784

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

   

92

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.20%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(i)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.08

   

$

12.34

   

$

10.77

   

$

10.42

   

$

11.20

   

$

9.63

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.02

     

0.02

     

0.05

     

0.07

     

0.05

     

0.07

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.78

)

   

(0.29

)

   

1.52

     

0.51

     

(0.85

)

   

1.64

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.76

)

   

(0.27

)

   

1.57

     

0.58

     

(0.80

)

   

1.71

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.23

)

   

     

(0.14

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.23

)

   

     

(0.14

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.05

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.37

   

$

12.08

   

$

12.34

   

$

10.77

   

$

10.42

   

$

11.20

   

Total return

   

(5.88

%)(b)

   

(2.11

%)(c)

   

14.58

%

   

5.64

%

   

(6.96

%)(d)

   

17.89

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.19

%(f)(g)

   

2.24

%

   

2.17

%(g)

   

2.14

%(g)

   

2.10

%

   

2.08

%(g)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

2.18

%(f)(g)(i)

   

2.22

%(i)

   

2.17

%(g)(i)

   

2.13

%(g)(i)

   

2.07

%(i)

   

2.08

%(g)(i)

 

Net investment income

   

0.41

%(f)

   

0.19

%

   

0.45

%

   

0.72

%

   

0.48

%

   

0.72

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

9,861

   

$

11,042

   

$

12,562

   

$

12,619

   

$

15,058

   

$

1,272

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

   

92

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(i)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.03

   

$

14.15

   

$

12.20

   

$

11.89

   

$

12.62

   

$

11.64

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.27

     

0.30

     

0.22

     

0.22

     

0.02

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.91

)

   

(0.40

)

   

1.65

     

0.58

     

(0.97

)

   

1.21

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.13

)

   

1.95

     

0.80

     

(0.75

)

   

1.23

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.49

)

   

     

(0.25

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.49

)

   

     

(0.25

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.29

   

$

14.03

   

$

14.15

   

$

12.20

   

$

11.89

   

$

12.62

   

Total return

   

(5.27

%)(c)

   

(0.85

%)(d)

   

15.98

%

   

6.96

%

   

(5.78

%)(e)

   

10.69

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(f)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.00

%(g)(h)

   

0.95

%

   

0.93

%(h)

   

0.93

%(h)

   

0.84

%

   

0.95

%(g)(h)

 

Total net expenses(i)

   

0.98

%(g)(h)

   

0.95

%

   

0.93

%(h)

   

0.93

%(h)

   

0.84

%

   

0.95

%(g)(h)(j)

 

Net investment income

   

1.59

%(g)

   

1.98

%

   

2.38

%

   

1.90

%

   

1.87

%

   

0.32

%(g)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

19

   

$

24,204

   

$

78,467

   

$

47,056

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

   

92

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(e)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(f)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(g)  Annualized.

(h)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(i)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(j)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class K

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.95

   

$

14.11

   

$

12.20

   

$

11.85

   

$

12.54

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.15

     

0.17

     

0.18

     

0.15

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.93

)

   

(0.32

)

   

1.74

     

0.58

     

(0.86

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

(0.17

)

   

1.91

     

0.76

     

(0.71

)

 

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.41

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.41

)

   

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.19

   

$

13.95

   

$

14.11

   

$

12.20

   

$

11.85

   

Total return

   

(5.45

%)(b)

   

(1.13

%)(c)

   

15.66

%

   

6.64

%

   

(5.50

%)(d)

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.24

%(f)(g)

   

1.25

%

   

1.24

%(g)

   

1.24

%(g)

   

1.21

%(f)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

1.24

%(f)(g)

   

1.25

%

   

1.24

%(g)

   

1.24

%(g)

   

1.21

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

1.53

%(f)

   

1.12

%

   

1.32

%

   

1.61

%

   

1.33

%(f)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

63

   

$

103

   

$

111

   

$

122

   

$

135

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from March 7, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.62

   

$

13.84

   

$

12.01

   

$

11.64

   

$

12.45

   

$

10.68

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.07

     

0.10

     

0.11

     

0.14

     

0.11

     

0.13

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.89

)

   

(0.33

)

   

1.72

     

0.57

     

(0.94

)

   

1.83

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

(0.23

)

   

1.83

     

0.71

     

(0.83

)

   

1.96

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.34

)

   

     

(0.19

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.34

)

   

     

(0.19

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.86

   

$

13.62

   

$

13.84

   

$

12.01

   

$

11.64

   

$

12.45

   

Total return

   

(5.58

%)(b)

   

(1.59

%)(c)

   

15.24

%

   

6.20

%

   

(6.51

%)(d)

   

18.47

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.69

%(f)(g)

   

1.74

%

   

1.67

%(g)

   

1.64

%(g)

   

1.62

%

   

1.58

%(g)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

1.68

%(f)(g)(i)

   

1.72

%(i)

   

1.67

%(g)(i)

   

1.63

%(g)(i)

   

1.57

%(i)

   

1.58

%(g)(i)

 

Net investment income

   

0.96

%(f)

   

0.72

%

   

0.87

%

   

1.22

%

   

0.98

%

   

1.13

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,339

   

$

1,563

   

$

1,632

   

$

1,673

   

$

1,899

   

$

287

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

   

92

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(i)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.04

   

$

14.20

   

$

12.27

   

$

11.62

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.09

     

0.24

     

0.18

     

0.02

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.91

)

   

(0.41

)

   

1.75

     

0.92

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

(0.17

)

   

1.93

     

0.94

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.29

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.29

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.28

   

$

14.04

   

$

14.20

   

$

12.27

   

Total return

   

(5.41

%)(b)

   

(1.13

%)(c)

   

15.73

%

   

8.17

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.22

%(e)(f)

   

1.25

%

   

1.19

%(f)

   

1.25

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.20

%(e)(f)(h)

   

1.21

%(i)

   

1.19

%(f)(h)

   

1.25

%(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.31

%(e)

   

1.77

%

   

1.35

%

   

0.55

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

9

   

$

3

   

$

7

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

(i)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.08

   

$

14.21

   

$

12.26

   

$

11.62

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.12

     

0.32

     

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.91

)

   

(0.26

)

   

1.63

     

0.92

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.14

)

   

1.95

     

0.95

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.31

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.31

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.34

   

$

14.08

   

$

14.21

   

$

12.26

   

Total return

   

(5.26

%)(b)

   

(0.91

%)(c)

   

15.91

%

   

8.20

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.99

%(e)(f)

   

1.01

%

   

1.04

%(f)

   

1.05

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

0.99

%(e)(f)

   

1.01

%

   

1.04

%(f)

   

1.05

%(e)

 

Net investment income

   

1.56

%(e)

   

0.86

%

   

2.45

%

   

0.75

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

39

   

$

59

   

$

14

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class W

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.70

   

$

13.88

   

$

12.02

   

$

11.68

   

$

12.46

   

$

11.48

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.08

     

0.13

     

0.13

     

0.16

     

0.12

     

0.02

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.90

)

   

(0.32

)

   

1.73

     

0.57

     

(0.92

)

   

1.17

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

(0.19

)

   

1.86

     

0.73

     

(0.80

)

   

1.19

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.39

)

   

     

(0.21

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.39

)

   

     

(0.21

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

     

0.00

(b)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

12.94

   

$

13.70

   

$

13.88

   

$

12.02

   

$

11.68

   

$

12.46

   

Total return

   

(5.55

%)(c)

   

(1.30

%)(d)

   

15.47

%

   

6.40

%

   

(6.26

%)(e)

   

10.52

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(f)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.44

%(g)(h)

   

1.48

%

   

1.41

%(h)

   

1.40

%(h)

   

1.38

%

   

1.30

%(g)(h)

 

Total net expenses(i)

   

1.43

%(g)(h)(j)

   

1.47

%(j)

   

1.41

%(h)(j)

   

1.39

%(h)(j)

   

1.33

%(j)

   

1.30

%(g)(h)(j)

 

Net investment income

   

1.18

%(g)

   

0.98

%

   

1.05

%

   

1.42

%

   

1.06

%

   

0.33

%(g)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

175,103

   

$

205,715

   

$

166,486

   

$

270,144

   

$

232,777

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

   

92

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(e)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(f)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(g)  Annualized.

(h)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(i)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(j)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
 

Class Y

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

14.04

   

$

14.16

   

$

12.21

   

$

11.89

   

$

12.55

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.12

     

0.19

     

0.22

     

0.21

     

0.18

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.92

)

   

(0.32

)

   

1.73

     

0.59

     

(0.86

)

 

Total from investment operations

   

(0.80

)

   

(0.13

)

   

1.95

     

0.80

     

(0.68

)

 

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.48

)

   

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.48

)

   

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.30

   

$

14.04

   

$

14.16

   

$

12.21

   

$

11.89

   

Total return

   

(5.27

%)(b)

   

(0.85

%)(c)

   

15.97

%

   

6.98

%

   

(5.26

%)(d)

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.95

%(f)(g)

   

0.96

%

   

0.94

%(g)

   

0.95

%(g)

   

0.88

%(f)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

0.95

%(f)(g)

   

0.96

%

   

0.94

%(g)

   

0.95

%(g)

   

0.88

%(f)

 

Net investment income

   

1.63

%(f)

   

1.41

%

   

1.67

%

   

1.79

%

   

1.64

%(f)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

14,745

   

$

15,568

   

$

15,701

   

$

14,990

   

$

12,780

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from March 7, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.96

   

$

14.11

   

$

12.19

   

$

11.86

   

$

12.62

   

$

10.81

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.11

     

0.17

     

0.19

     

0.23

     

0.18

     

0.18

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.93

)

   

(0.33

)

   

1.73

     

0.54

     

(0.96

)

   

1.87

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.82

)

   

(0.16

)

   

1.92

     

0.77

     

(0.78

)

   

2.05

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.44

)

   

     

(0.24

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

     

     

     

(0.44

)

   

     

(0.24

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.06

     

0.01

     

     

     

0.02

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

13.20

   

$

13.96

   

$

14.11

   

$

12.19

   

$

11.86

   

$

12.62

   

Total return

   

(5.44

%)(b)

   

(1.06

%)(c)

   

15.75

%

   

6.72

%

   

(6.02

%)(d)

   

19.08

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(e)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.18

%(f)(g)

   

1.24

%

   

1.17

%(g)

   

1.13

%(g)

   

1.11

%

   

1.08

%(g)

 

Total net expenses(h)

   

1.18

%(f)(g)(i)

   

1.22

%(i)

   

1.17

%(g)(i)

   

1.12

%(g)(i)

   

1.08

%(i)

   

1.08

%(g)(i)

 

Net investment income

   

1.58

%(f)

   

1.23

%

   

1.50

%

   

2.00

%

   

1.53

%

   

1.58

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

90,759

   

$

179,330

   

$

237,249

   

$

301,958

   

$

1,093,867

   

$

1,177,541

   

Portfolio turnover

   

101

%

   

96

%

   

125

%

   

100

%

   

112

%

   

92

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.44%.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.10%.

(d)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.19%.

(e)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(f)  Annualized.

(g)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(h)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(i)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Select International Equity Fund (formerly known as Columbia Multi-Advisor International Equity Fund) (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust. Effective May 1, 2015, Columbia Multi-Advisor International Equity Fund was renamed Columbia Select International Equity Fund.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.

Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are marked-to-market based upon foreign currency exchange rates provided by a pricing service.

Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations

The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.

For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.

Derivative Instruments

The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.

A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.

In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties.

An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.

Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.

Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.

For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are over-the-counter agreements between two parties to buy and sell a currency at a set price on a future date. The Fund utilized forward foreign currency exchange contracts to hedge the currency exposure associated with some or all of the Fund's securities, to shift investment exposure from one currency to another, to shift U.S. dollar exposure to achieve a representative weighted mix of major currencies in its benchmark and/or to recover an underweight country exposure in its portfolio. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods.

The values of forward foreign currency exchange contracts fluctuate daily with changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Changes in the value of these contracts are recorded as unrealized appreciation or depreciation until the contract is exercised or has expired. The Fund will realize a gain or loss when the forward foreign currency exchange contract is closed or expires.

The use of forward foreign currency exchange contracts does not eliminate fluctuations in the prices of the Fund's portfolio securities. The risks of forward foreign currency exchange contracts include movement in the values of the foreign currencies relative to the U.S. dollar (or other foreign currencies) and the possibility that counterparties will not complete their contractual obligations, which may be in excess of the amount reflected, if any, in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Futures Contracts

Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to manage exposure to the securities market and maintain appropriate equity market exposure while keeping sufficient cash to accommodate daily redemptions. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts

and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.

Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements

The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.

At August 31, 2015, the Fund had no outstanding derivatives.

The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income

 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Forward Foreign
Currency Exchange
Contracts ($)
  Futures
Contracts ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Equity risk

       

171,900

     

171,900

   
Foreign exchange
risk
   

42,973

     

     

42,973

   

Total

   

42,973

     

171,900

     

214,873

   

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Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on Derivatives
Recognized in Income
 
Risk Exposure
Category
  Forward Foreign
Currency Exchange
Contracts ($)
  Futures
Contracts ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Equity risk

   

     

(320,772

)

   

(320,772

)

 
Foreign exchange
risk
   

352,813

     

     

352,813

   

Total

   

352,813

     

(320,772

)

   

32,041

   

The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended August 31, 2015:

Derivative Instrument

 

Average Notional Amounts($)*

 

Futures contracts — Long

   

335,289

   

Derivative Instrument

  Average
Unrealized
Appreciation ($)*
  Average
Unrealized
Depreciation ($)*
 
Forward foreign currency
exchange contracts
   

3,148

     

(121,788

)

 

*Based on the ending daily outstanding amounts for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Foreign Taxes

The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.

Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the

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performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate oversight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund's subadviser (see Subadvisory Agreement) has the primary responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.87% to 0.67% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.86% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,683,225, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $170,243.

Subadvisory Agreement

The Investment Manager has entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Threadneedle International Limited (Threadneedle), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, to serve as the subadviser to the Fund. The Investment Manager compensates Threadneedle to manage the investment of the Fund's assets.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,034.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services

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Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.24

%

 

Class B

   

0.24

   

Class C

   

0.24

   

Class K

   

0.05

   

Class R

   

0.24

   

Class R4

   

0.25

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class W

   

0.24

   

Class Z

   

0.24

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance

fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $14,642.

Plan Administration Fees

Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75%, 0.50% and 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C, Class R and Class W shares of the Fund, respectively.

Although the Fund may pay a distribution fee up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares and a service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares, the aggregate fee shall not exceed 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares

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were $40,505 for Class A, $155 for Class B and $115 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.42

%

   

1.49

%

 

Class B

   

2.17

     

2.24

   

Class C

   

2.17

     

2.24

   

Class I

   

0.98

     

1.05

   

Class K

   

1.28

     

1.35

   

Class R

   

1.67

     

1.74

   

Class R4

   

1.17

     

1.24

   

Class R5

   

1.03

     

1.10

   

Class W

   

1.42

     

1.49

   

Class Y

   

0.98

     

1.05

   

Class Z

   

1.17

     

1.24

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $517,856,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

54,002,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(36,821,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

17,181,000

   

The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of February 28, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:

Year of Expiration

 

Amount ($)

 

2017

   

229,141,617

   

2018

   

553,521,080

   

Total

   

782,662,697

   

Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $1,859,015 as arising on March 1, 2015.

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $614,322,541 and $730,887,540, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

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Note 6. Regulatory Settlements

During the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund recorded a receivable of $2,627,180 and during the year ended February 28, 2015, the Fund received $633,636 as a result of regulatory settlement proceedings brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission against an unaffiliated third party relating to market timing and/or late trading of mutual funds. These amounts represented the Fund's portion of the proceeds from the settlement (neither the Fund nor the Investment Manager were a party to the proceeding). The payments have been included in Proceeds from regulatory settlements in the Statement of Changes in Net Assets.

Note 7. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 8. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the average daily loan balance outstanding on days when borrowing existed was $2,550,000 at a weighted average interest rate of 1.17%. Interest expense incurred by the Fund is recorded as a line of credit interest expense in the Statement of Operations.

Note 9. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

Foreign Securities and Emerging Market Countries Risk

Investing in foreign securities may include certain risks and considerations not typically associated with investing in U.S. securities, such as fluctuating currency values and changing local and regional economic, political and social conditions, which may result in greater market volatility. In addition, certain foreign securities may not be as liquid as U.S. securities. Investing in emerging markets may accentuate these risks. These countries are also more likely to experience high levels of inflation, deflation or currency devaluation which could hurt their economies and securities markets. To the extent that the Fund concentrates its investment exposure to any one or a few specific countries, the Fund will be particularly susceptible to the various conditions, events or other factors impacting those countries and may, therefore, have a greater risk than that of a fund which is more geographically diversified.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 59.9% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a

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large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 10. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 11. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial

or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Select International Equity Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Threadneedle International Limited (the Subadviser), an affiliate of Columbia Management, the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements) for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the Advisory Agreements with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Board took into account the information it received and reviewed concerning Columbia Management's ongoing oversight and monitoring of the subadvisers, observing the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other noted services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the Subadviser oversight structure and the Columbia Management team dedicated thereto as well as the contemplated enhancements to the team and its resources. The Board also noted the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS (continued)

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement for the Short-Term Period. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written) and other considerations, including, in particular, the performance of the Fund (discussed below), as well as the Investment Manager's recommendation that the Board approve renewal of the Subadvisory Agreement with the Subadviser the Board concluded that the services being performed under the Subadvisory Agreement were acceptable for purposes of renewal for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for monitoring the Subadviser. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should

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permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. For purposes of approving the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period, fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for the Short-Term Period.

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COLUMBIA SELECT INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Select International Equity Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Threadneedle International Limited (the Subadviser), an affiliate of Columbia Management, the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser

The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.

With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other

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service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the applicable Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreement.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed the Fund's underperformance for certain periods, noting that appropriate steps, such as changes to strategy and management teams, had been taken.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for monitoring the Subadviser. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board's analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took

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into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio.

Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by other comparable mutual funds employing the Subadviser to provide subadvisory services. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund's investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Select International Equity Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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SEMIANNUAL REPORT

August 31, 2015

COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Overview

   

2

   

Portfolio Overview

   

3

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

4

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

5

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

9

   

Statement of Operations

   

11

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

12

   

Financial Highlights

   

14

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

21

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

28

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

30

   

Important Information About This Report

   

33

   

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

 

 

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Select Large Cap Equity Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -3.96% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the S&P 500 Index, which returned -5.32% for the same period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

08/02/99

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.96

     

2.44

     

15.13

     

6.96

   

Including sales charges

           

-9.45

     

-3.48

     

13.77

     

6.33

   

Class B

 

08/02/99

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-4.36

     

1.60

     

14.27

     

6.15

   

Including sales charges

           

-8.68

     

-2.59

     

14.03

     

6.15

   

Class C

 

08/02/99

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-4.27

     

1.69

     

14.28

     

6.16

   

Including sales charges

           

-5.14

     

0.86

     

14.28

     

6.16

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-3.84

     

2.77

     

15.59

     

7.30

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-3.84

     

2.74

     

15.48

     

7.25

   

Class W*

 

09/27/10

   

-4.04

     

2.37

     

15.16

     

6.99

   

Class Z

 

10/02/98

   

-3.87

     

2.71

     

15.41

     

7.22

   

S&P 500 Index

           

-5.32

     

0.48

     

15.87

     

7.15

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of 500 widely held, large-capitalization U.S. stocks and is frequently used as a general measure of market performance.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Apple, Inc.

   

4.4

   

Microsoft Corp.

   

3.4

   

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

   

3.1

   

Exxon Mobil Corp.

   

2.9

   

Home Depot, Inc. (The)

   

2.7

   

Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B

   

2.6

   

Citigroup, Inc.

   

2.6

   

Comcast Corp., Class A

   

2.5

   

Wells Fargo & Co.

   

2.4

   

Google, Inc., Class C

   

2.3

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

97.3

   

Money Market Funds

   

2.7

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

11.8

   

Consumer Staples

   

9.8

   

Energy

   

8.9

   

Financials

   

18.1

   

Health Care

   

16.0

   

Industrials

   

8.5

   

Information Technology

   

23.0

   

Materials

   

2.0

   

Utilities

   

1.9

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Portfolio Management

Peter Santoro, CFA

Melda Mergen, CFA, CAIA

Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.

© 2015 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

960.40

     

1,019.31

     

5.85

     

6.02

     

1.18

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

956.40

     

1,015.52

     

9.54

     

9.83

     

1.93

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

957.30

     

1,015.52

     

9.55

     

9.83

     

1.93

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

961.60

     

1,021.28

     

3.92

     

4.04

     

0.79

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

961.60

     

1,021.03

     

4.16

     

4.29

     

0.84

   

Class W

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

959.60

     

1,019.36

     

5.79

     

5.97

     

1.17

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

961.30

     

1,020.57

     

4.61

     

4.75

     

0.93

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 97.1%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 11.5%

 

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 1.0%

 

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.(a)

   

95,720

     

5,513,472

   

Media 6.2%

 

Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

   

188,517

     

6,701,780

   

Comcast Corp., Class A

   

227,864

     

12,835,579

   

DISH Network Corp., Class A(a)

   

106,270

     

6,298,623

   

Time Warner, Inc.

   

102,922

     

7,317,754

   

Total

       

33,153,736

   

Specialty Retail 4.3%

 

Home Depot, Inc. (The)

   

118,934

     

13,851,054

   

TJX Companies, Inc. (The)

   

126,333

     

8,883,736

   

Total

       

22,734,790

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

61,401,998

   

CONSUMER STAPLES 9.5%

 

Beverages 2.1%

 

PepsiCo, Inc.

   

123,890

     

11,513,098

   

Food & Staples Retailing 2.2%

 

CVS Health Corp.

   

114,774

     

11,752,858

   

Food Products 1.1%

 

Tyson Foods, Inc., Class A

   

135,594

     

5,732,914

   

Tobacco 4.1%

 

Altria Group, Inc.

   

189,422

     

10,149,231

   

Philip Morris International, Inc.

   

150,513

     

12,010,937

   

Total

       

22,160,168

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

51,159,038

   

ENERGY 8.6%

 

Energy Equipment & Services 1.4%

 

Schlumberger Ltd.

   

101,351

     

7,841,527

   

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 7.2%

 

Anadarko Petroleum Corp.

   

63,550

     

4,548,909

   
BP PLC, ADR    

189,966

     

6,371,460

   

Exxon Mobil Corp.

   

200,390

     

15,077,343

   

Kinder Morgan, Inc.

   

204,700

     

6,634,327

   

Williams Companies, Inc. (The)

   

121,887

     

5,874,953

   

Total

       

38,506,992

   

Total Energy

       

46,348,519

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

FINANCIALS 17.6%

 

Banks 7.8%

 

Citigroup, Inc.

   

249,040

     

13,318,659

   

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

   

252,813

     

16,205,314

   

Wells Fargo & Co.

   

231,860

     

12,365,094

   

Total

       

41,889,067

   

Capital Markets 3.4%

 

BlackRock, Inc.

   

26,658

     

8,063,245

   

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)

   

53,510

     

10,091,986

   

Total

       

18,155,231

   

Diversified Financial Services 2.5%

 

Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B(a)

   

99,406

     

13,324,380

   

Insurance 1.1%

 

Aon PLC

   

64,584

     

6,034,729

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 2.8%

 

Public Storage

   

36,085

     

7,262,828

   

Simon Property Group, Inc.

   

42,704

     

7,657,681

   

Total

       

14,920,509

   

Total Financials

       

94,323,916

   

HEALTH CARE 15.5%

 

Biotechnology 4.5%

 

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

38,021

     

6,546,836

   

Alkermes PLC(a)

   

102,836

     

6,124,912

   

BioMarin Pharmaceutical, Inc.(a)

   

24,113

     

3,116,364

   

Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

11,283

     

2,141,062

   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a)

   

47,855

     

6,102,470

   

Total

       

24,031,644

   

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 2.2%

 

Medtronic PLC

   

167,272

     

12,092,093

   

Health Care Providers & Services 3.7%

 

Aetna, Inc.

   

58,766

     

6,729,882

   

Express Scripts Holding Co.(a)

   

86,876

     

7,262,833

   

Laboratory Corp. of America Holdings(a)

   

48,217

     

5,680,445

   

Total

       

19,673,160

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 1.6%

 

Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.

   

69,667

     

8,734,152

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Pharmaceuticals 3.5%

 

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.

   

147,136

     

8,750,178

   

Merck & Co., Inc.

   

183,340

     

9,872,859

   

Total

       

18,623,037

   

Total Health Care

       

83,154,086

   

INDUSTRIALS 8.2%

 

Aerospace & Defense 4.6%

 

Honeywell International, Inc.

   

88,780

     

8,813,190

   

Lockheed Martin Corp.

   

41,622

     

8,373,514

   

Northrop Grumman Corp.

   

44,990

     

7,366,663

   

Total

       

24,553,367

   

Air Freight & Logistics 1.6%

 

United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B

   

87,650

     

8,559,023

   

Construction & Engineering 0.9%

 

Quanta Services, Inc.(a)

   

203,180

     

4,925,083

   

Professional Services 1.1%

 

Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (The)

   

56,277

     

5,963,674

   

Total Industrials

       

44,001,147

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 22.4%

 

Communications Equipment 2.2%

 

Cisco Systems, Inc.

   

451,180

     

11,676,538

   

Internet Software & Services 7.8%

 

eBay, Inc.(a)

   

232,974

     

6,315,925

   

Facebook, Inc., Class A(a)

   

114,700

     

10,257,621

   

Google, Inc., Class A(a)

   

11,746

     

7,609,294

   

Google, Inc., Class C(a)

   

19,641

     

12,143,048

   

Yahoo!, Inc.(a)

   

171,468

     

5,528,129

   

Total

       

41,854,017

   

IT Services 1.7%

 

MasterCard, Inc., Class A

   

99,593

     

9,199,405

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 1.3%

 

Qorvo, Inc.(a)

   

54,420

     

3,020,854

   

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

   

43,502

     

3,799,900

   

Total

       

6,820,754

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Software 5.1%

 

Electronic Arts, Inc.(a)

   

108,184

     

7,156,372

   

Microsoft Corp.

   

405,373

     

17,641,833

   

VMware, Inc., Class A(a)

   

34,101

     

2,699,094

   

Total

       

27,497,299

   

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 4.3%

 

Apple, Inc.

   

202,157

     

22,795,223

   

Total Information Technology

       

119,843,236

   

MATERIALS 1.9%

 

Chemicals 1.2%

 

LyondellBasell Industries NV, Class A

   

76,240

     

6,509,371

   

Containers & Packaging 0.7%

 

Berry Plastics Group, Inc.(a)

   

130,794

     

3,871,503

   

Total Materials

       

10,380,874

   

UTILITIES 1.9%

 

Multi-Utilities 1.9%

 

PG&E Corp.

   

202,017

     

10,016,003

   

Total Utilities

       

10,016,003

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $485,219,763)
       

520,628,817

   

Money Market Funds 2.7%

   

Shares

 

Value ($)

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

14,646,354

     

14,646,354

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $14,646,354)
       

14,646,354

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $499,866,117)
       

535,275,171

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

1,063,080

   

Net Assets

       

536,338,251

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

(c)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 

Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund

   

13,232,791

     

201,465,164

     

(200,051,601

)

   

14,646,354

     

9,304

     

14,646,354

   

Abbreviation Legend

ADR  American Depositary Receipt

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
  Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 

Total ($)

 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

61,401,998

     

     

     

61,401,998

   

Consumer Staples

   

51,159,038

     

     

     

51,159,038

   

Energy

   

46,348,519

     

     

     

46,348,519

   

Financials

   

94,323,916

     

     

     

94,323,916

   

Health Care

   

83,154,086

     

     

     

83,154,086

   

Industrials

   

44,001,147

     

     

     

44,001,147

   

Information Technology

   

119,843,236

     

     

     

119,843,236

   

Materials

   

10,380,874

     

     

     

10,380,874

   

Utilities

   

10,016,003

     

     

     

10,016,003

   

Total Common Stocks

   

520,628,817

     

     

     

520,628,817

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

14,646,354

     

     

14,646,354

   

Total Investments

   

520,628,817

     

14,646,354

     

     

535,275,171

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

13,232,791

     

13,232,791

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $485,219,763)

 

$

520,628,817

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $14,646,354)

   

14,646,354

   

Total investments (identified cost $499,866,117)

   

535,275,171

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

10,224,139

   

Capital shares sold

   

1,627,564

   

Dividends

   

898,788

   

Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager

   

2,437

   

Prepaid expenses

   

4,777

   

Trustees' deferred compensation plan

   

10,058

   

Other assets

   

26,092

   

Total assets

   

548,069,026

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

10,301,828

   

Capital shares purchased

   

1,150,418

   

Investment management fees

   

34,127

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

3,101

   

Transfer agent fees

   

56,404

   

Compensation of board members

   

144,147

   

Other expenses

   

30,692

   

Trustees' deferred compensation plan

   

10,058

   

Total liabilities

   

11,730,775

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

536,338,251

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

485,725,080

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

1,726,082

   

Accumulated net realized gain

   

13,478,035

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

35,409,054

   

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

536,338,251

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

127,366,262

   

Shares outstanding

   

11,363,745

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

11.21

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

11.89

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

268,190

   

Shares outstanding

   

25,776

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

10.40

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

5,262,436

   

Shares outstanding

   

506,206

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

10.40

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

224,629,392

   

Shares outstanding

   

20,137,614

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

11.15

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

148,035

   

Shares outstanding

   

12,963

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

11.42

   

Class W

 

Net assets

 

$

2,119

   

Shares outstanding

   

189

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

11.20

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

178,661,817

   

Shares outstanding

   

16,036,377

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

11.14

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

4,429,768

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

9,304

   

Total income

   

4,439,072

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

1,993,432

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

174,071

   

Class B

   

1,638

   

Class C

   

28,899

   

Class W

   

3

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

139,771

   

Class B

   

329

   

Class C

   

5,802

   

Class R5

   

34

   

Class W

   

2

   

Class Z

   

204,857

   

Compensation of board members

   

13,301

   

Custodian fees

   

3,912

   

Printing and postage fees

   

21,439

   

Registration fees

   

38,305

   

Professional fees

   

15,159

   

Other

   

7,945

   

Total expenses

   

2,648,899

   

Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates

   

(152,472

)

 

Expense reductions

   

(2,278

)

 

Total net expenses

   

2,494,149

   

Net investment income

   

1,944,923

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments

   

13,676,794

   

Net realized gain

   

13,676,794

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments

   

(38,484,708

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(38,484,708

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(24,807,914

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(22,862,991

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

1,944,923

   

$

9,755,468

   

Net realized gain

   

13,676,794

     

83,744,865

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(38,484,708

)

   

(25,198,870

)

 

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(22,862,991

)

   

68,301,463

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

(1,466,240

)

   

(1,007,247

)

 

Class B

   

(2,831

)

   

(319

)

 

Class C

   

(58,616

)

   

(4,534

)

 

Class I

   

(1,795,371

)

   

(1,503,373

)

 

Class R5

   

(1,382

)

   

(2,007

)

 

Class W

   

(26

)

   

(19

)

 

Class Z

   

(2,259,277

)

   

(2,231,957

)

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(11,591,637

)

   

(18,823,467

)

 

Class B

   

(25,111

)

   

(61,089

)

 

Class C

   

(519,963

)

   

(763,718

)

 

Class I

   

(13,433,308

)

   

(19,951,363

)

 

Class R5

   

(10,428

)

   

(20,851

)

 

Class W

   

(207

)

   

(359

)

 

Class Z

   

(17,236,124

)

   

(32,532,189

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(48,400,521

)

   

(76,902,492

)

 

Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity

   

120,060,689

     

(53,221,887

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements (Note 6)

   

387,114

     

   

Total increase (decrease) in net assets

   

49,184,291

     

(61,822,916

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

487,153,960

     

548,976,876

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

536,338,251

   

$

487,153,960

   

Undistributed net investment income

 

$

1,726,082

   

$

5,364,902

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

941,341

     

11,432,105

     

1,552,952

     

19,641,450

   

Distributions reinvested

   

292,955

     

3,541,827

     

382,635

     

4,838,784

   

Redemptions

   

(702,427

)

   

(8,658,392

)

   

(1,288,515

)

   

(16,664,333

)

 

Net increase

   

531,869

     

6,315,540

     

647,072

     

7,815,901

   

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

4,222

     

48,038

     

5,143

     

61,605

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,393

     

15,658

     

3,352

     

39,857

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(12,593

)

   

(151,010

)

   

(11,828

)

   

(144,290

)

 

Net decrease

   

(6,978

)

   

(87,314

)

   

(3,333

)

   

(42,828

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

63,594

     

723,538

     

118,976

     

1,449,094

   

Distributions reinvested

   

39,733

     

446,201

     

47,306

     

561,416

   

Redemptions

   

(76,326

)

   

(867,863

)

   

(29,610

)

   

(356,496

)

 

Net increase

   

27,001

     

301,876

     

136,672

     

1,654,014

   

Class I shares

 

Subscriptions

   

11,388,040

     

137,206,339

     

11,943

     

151,296

   

Distributions reinvested

   

1,266,925

     

15,228,435

     

1,704,373

     

21,454,332

   

Redemptions

   

(2,809,824

)

   

(33,798,316

)

   

(3,360,476

)

   

(43,470,520

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

9,845,141

     

118,636,458

     

(1,644,160

)

   

(21,864,892

)

 

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

2,556

     

29,298

     

9,787

     

133,111

   

Distributions reinvested

   

941

     

11,578

     

1,760

     

22,474

   

Redemptions

   

(1,479

)

   

(19,432

)

   

(5,563

)

   

(72,865

)

 

Net increase

   

2,018

     

21,444

     

5,984

     

82,720

   

Class W shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(23

)

   

(300

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(23

)

   

(300

)

 

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

445,775

     

5,233,694

     

736,523

     

9,333,855

   

Distributions reinvested

   

755,986

     

9,079,398

     

1,180,060

     

14,824,535

   

Redemptions

   

(1,589,433

)

   

(19,440,407

)

   

(5,070,986

)

   

(65,024,892

)

 

Net decrease

   

(387,672

)

   

(5,127,315

)

   

(3,154,403

)

   

(40,866,502

)

 

Total net increase (decrease)

   

10,011,379

     

120,060,689

     

(4,012,191

)

   

(53,221,887

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
13




COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.86

   

$

13.10

   

$

15.21

   

$

14.09

   

$

13.73

   

$

11.48

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.03

     

0.23

     

0.11

     

0.10

     

0.10

     

0.05

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.46

)

   

1.53

     

3.03

     

1.66

     

0.36

     

2.26

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.43

)

   

1.76

     

3.14

     

1.76

     

0.46

     

2.31

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.06

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.09

)

   

(1.90

)

   

(5.12

)

   

(0.51

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.23

)

   

(2.00

)

   

(5.25

)

   

(0.64

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.06

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.21

   

$

12.86

   

$

13.10

   

$

15.21

   

$

14.09

   

$

13.73

   

Total return

   

(3.96

%)(b)

   

14.26

%

   

23.89

%

   

12.83

%

   

3.45

%

   

20.16

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.26

%(d)

   

1.25

%

   

1.25

%

   

1.23

%

   

1.21

%(e)

   

1.20

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.18

%(d)(g)

   

1.18

%(g)

   

1.19

%(g)

   

1.19

%(g)

   

1.16

%(e)(g)

   

1.20

%(e)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

0.53

%(d)

   

1.79

%

   

0.75

%

   

0.70

%

   

0.77

%

   

0.38

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

127,366

   

$

139,311

   

$

133,450

   

$

120,365

   

$

119,434

   

$

130,039

   

Portfolio turnover

   

51

%

   

150

%

   

184

%

   

147

%

   

197

%

   

171

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.07%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.05

   

$

12.40

   

$

14.64

   

$

13.59

   

$

13.25

   

$

11.11

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.01

)

   

0.12

     

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.43

)

   

1.44

     

2.89

     

1.60

     

0.36

     

2.18

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.44

)

   

1.56

     

2.89

     

1.59

     

0.36

     

2.14

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.02

)

   

   

Net realized gains

   

(1.09

)

   

(1.90

)

   

(5.12

)

   

(0.51

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.22

)

   

(1.91

)

   

(5.13

)

   

(0.54

)

   

(0.02

)

   

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

10.40

   

$

12.05

   

$

12.40

   

$

14.64

   

$

13.59

   

$

13.25

   

Total return

   

(4.36

%)(b)

   

13.38

%

   

22.99

%

   

11.93

%

   

2.72

%

   

19.26

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.01

%(d)

   

2.00

%

   

2.00

%

   

1.98

%

   

1.96

%(e)

   

1.95

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.93

%(d)(g)

   

1.93

%(g)

   

1.94

%(g)

   

1.94

%(g)

   

1.91

%(e)(g)

   

1.95

%(e)(g)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.24

%)(d)

   

0.96

%

   

(0.01

%)

   

(0.05

%)

   

(0.04

%)

   

(0.36

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

268

   

$

395

   

$

448

   

$

700

   

$

813

   

$

1,653

   

Portfolio turnover

   

51

%

   

150

%

   

184

%

   

147

%

   

197

%

   

171

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.07%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
15



COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.04

   

$

12.39

   

$

14.63

   

$

13.58

   

$

13.25

   

$

11.11

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.01

)

   

0.14

     

0.00

(a)

   

(0.01

)

   

0.00

(a)

   

(0.04

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.42

)

   

1.42

     

2.89

     

1.60

     

0.35

     

2.18

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.43

)

   

1.56

     

2.89

     

1.59

     

0.35

     

2.14

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.01

)

   

(0.03

)

   

(0.02

)

   

   

Net realized gains

   

(1.09

)

   

(1.90

)

   

(5.12

)

   

(0.51

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.22

)

   

(1.91

)

   

(5.13

)

   

(0.54

)

   

(0.02

)

   

   

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

10.40

   

$

12.04

   

$

12.39

   

$

14.63

   

$

13.58

   

$

13.25

   

Total return

   

(4.27

%)(b)

   

13.38

%

   

23.01

%

   

11.94

%

   

2.64

%

   

19.26

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.01

%(d)

   

2.00

%

   

2.00

%

   

1.98

%

   

1.96

%(e)

   

1.95

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

1.93

%(d)(g)

   

1.93

%(g)

   

1.94

%(g)

   

1.94

%(g)

   

1.91

%(e)(g)

   

1.95

%(e)(g)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.22

%)(d)

   

1.16

%

   

0.01

%

   

(0.04

%)

   

0.02

%

   

(0.36

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

5,262

   

$

5,772

   

$

4,245

   

$

3,436

   

$

2,649

   

$

2,612

   

Portfolio turnover

   

51

%

   

150

%

   

184

%

   

147

%

   

197

%

   

171

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.07%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Semiannual Report 2015
16



COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.79

   

$

13.04

   

$

15.15

   

$

14.04

   

$

13.69

   

$

11.78

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.06

     

0.26

     

0.17

     

0.16

     

0.15

     

0.04

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.47

)

   

1.54

     

3.03

     

1.65

     

0.36

     

1.96

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.41

)

   

1.80

     

3.20

     

1.81

     

0.51

     

2.00

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.19

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.09

)

   

(1.90

)

   

(5.12

)

   

(0.51

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.24

)

   

(2.05

)

   

(5.31

)

   

(0.70

)

   

(0.16

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.15

   

$

12.79

   

$

13.04

   

$

15.15

   

$

14.04

   

$

13.69

   

Total return

   

(3.84

%)(c)

   

14.68

%

   

24.51

%

   

13.24

%

   

3.82

%

   

16.99

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.81

%(e)

   

0.81

%

   

0.81

%

   

0.79

%

   

0.76

%(f)

   

0.79

%(e)(f)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

0.79

%(e)

   

0.79

%

   

0.79

%

   

0.79

%

   

0.76

%(f)(h)

   

0.79

%(e)(f)(h)

 

Net investment income

   

0.94

%(e)

   

2.03

%

   

1.16

%

   

1.11

%

   

1.18

%

   

0.64

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

224,629

   

$

131,622

   

$

155,624

   

$

128,241

   

$

122,828

   

$

135,677

   

Portfolio turnover

   

51

%

   

150

%

   

184

%

   

147

%

   

197

%

   

171

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.07%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

13.07

   

$

13.28

   

$

15.35

   

$

14.45

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.05

     

0.39

     

0.23

     

0.06

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.47

)

   

1.44

     

3.00

     

1.51

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.42

)

   

1.83

     

3.23

     

1.57

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.16

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.09

)

   

(1.90

)

   

(5.12

)

   

(0.51

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.24

)

   

(2.04

)

   

(5.30

)

   

(0.67

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.42

   

$

13.07

   

$

13.28

   

$

15.35

   

Total return

   

(3.84

%)(b)

   

14.67

%

   

24.40

%

   

11.15

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.86

%(d)

   

0.86

%

   

0.86

%

   

0.79

%(d)

 

Total net expenses(e)

   

0.84

%(d)

   

0.85

%

   

0.83

%

   

0.79

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

0.85

%(d)

   

2.98

%

   

1.77

%

   

1.37

%(d)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

148

   

$

143

   

$

66

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

51

%

   

150

%

   

184

%

   

147

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.07%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class W

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.86

   

$

13.10

   

$

15.20

   

$

14.09

   

$

13.73

   

$

11.80

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.03

     

0.23

     

0.11

     

0.10

     

0.11

     

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.47

)

   

1.53

     

3.04

     

1.66

     

0.36

     

1.95

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.44

)

   

1.76

     

3.15

     

1.76

     

0.47

     

1.98

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.09

)

   

(1.90

)

   

(5.12

)

   

(0.51

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.23

)

   

(2.00

)

   

(5.25

)

   

(0.65

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(b)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.20

   

$

12.86

   

$

13.10

   

$

15.20

   

$

14.09

   

$

13.73

   

Total return

   

(4.04

%)(c)

   

14.29

%

   

24.01

%

   

12.78

%

   

3.48

%

   

16.77

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(d)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.19

%(e)

   

1.16

%

   

1.21

%

   

1.20

%

   

1.18

%(f)

   

1.16

%(e)(f)

 

Total net expenses(g)

   

1.17

%(e)(h)

   

1.16

%(h)

   

1.19

%(h)

   

1.17

%(h)

   

1.14

%(f)(h)

   

1.16

%(e)(f)(h)

 

Net investment income

   

0.53

%(e)

   

1.74

%

   

0.75

%

   

0.72

%

   

0.81

%

   

0.50

%(e)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

$

2

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

51

%

   

150

%

   

184

%

   

147

%

   

197

%

   

171

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  Rounds to zero.

(c)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.07%.

(d)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(e)  Annualized.

(f)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(g)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(h)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

12.78

   

$

13.03

   

$

15.15

   

$

14.04

   

$

13.69

   

$

11.45

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.05

     

0.25

     

0.15

     

0.13

     

0.13

     

0.08

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.46

)

   

1.53

     

3.02

     

1.66

     

0.36

     

2.25

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.41

)

   

1.78

     

3.17

     

1.79

     

0.49

     

2.33

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.17

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(1.09

)

   

(1.90

)

   

(5.12

)

   

(0.51

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(1.24

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(5.29

)

   

(0.68

)

   

(0.14

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Proceeds from regulatory settlements

   

0.01

     

     

     

     

0.00

(a)

   

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

11.14

   

$

12.78

   

$

13.03

   

$

15.15

   

$

14.04

   

$

13.69

   

Total return

   

(3.87

%)(b)

   

14.54

%

   

24.25

%

   

13.08

%

   

3.65

%

   

20.40

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(c)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.01

%(d)

   

1.00

%

   

1.00

%

   

0.98

%

   

0.95

%(e)

   

0.95

%(e)

 

Total net expenses(f)

   

0.93

%(d)(g)

   

0.93

%(g)

   

0.94

%(g)

   

0.93

%(g)

   

0.91

%(e)(g)

   

0.95

%(e)(g)

 

Net investment income

   

0.77

%(d)

   

1.92

%

   

1.00

%

   

0.90

%

   

0.99

%

   

0.64

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

178,662

   

$

209,909

   

$

255,142

   

$

373,397

   

$

825,292

   

$

974,320

   

Portfolio turnover

   

51

%

   

150

%

   

184

%

   

147

%

   

197

%

   

171

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.07%.

(c)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(d)  Annualized.

(e)  Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.

(f)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(g)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Select Large Cap Equity Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class R5, Class W and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing

through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.77% to 0.57% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.77% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,176,823, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $99,434.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $935.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.20

%

 

Class B

   

0.20

   

Class C

   

0.20

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class W

   

0.18

   

Class Z

   

0.20

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $2,278.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75% and 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class W shares of the Fund, respectively.

Although the Fund may pay a distribution fee up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares and a service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares, however the aggregate fee shall not exceed 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class W shares.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $46,712 for Class A and $496 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.18

%

   

1.18

%

 

Class B

   

1.93

     

1.93

   

Class C

   

1.93

     

1.93

   

Class I

   

0.78

     

0.80

   

Class R5

   

0.83

     

0.85

   

Class W

   

1.18

     

1.18

   

Class Z

   

0.93

     

0.93

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $499,866,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

59,613,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(24,204,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

35,409,000

   

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $322,177,712 and $249,192,076, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Regulatory Settlements

During the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund recorded a receivable of $387,114 as a result of a regulatory settlement proceeding brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission against an unaffiliated third party relating to market timing and/or late trading of mutual funds. This amount represented the Fund's portion of the proceeds from the settlement (neither the Fund nor the Investment Manager were a party to the proceeding). The payments have been included in Proceeds from regulatory settlements in the Statement of Changes in Net Assets.

Note 7. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 8. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 9. Significant Risks

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 33.9% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 43.5% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Technology and Technology-related Investment Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the information technology sector, as well as other technology-related sectors (collectively, the technology sectors) than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the technology sectors are subject to certain risks, including the risk that new

services, equipment or technologies will not be accepted by consumers and businesses or will become rapidly obsolete. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so) and significant competitive pressures, including aggressive pricing of their products or services, new market entrants, competition for market share and short product cycles due to an accelerated rate of technological developments. Such competitive pressures may lead to limited earnings and/or falling profit margins. As a result, the value of their securities may fall or fail to rise. In addition, many technology sector companies have limited operating histories and prices of these companies' securities historically have been more volatile than other securities, especially over the short term.

Note 10. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 11. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Select Large Cap Equity Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Select Large Cap Equity Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability. The Board reviewed the fees charged to comparable institutional or other accounts/vehicles managed by Columbia Management and discussed differences in how the products are managed and operated, noting no unreasonable differences in the levels of contractual fees.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was somewhat higher than the median ratio, but lower than the 60th percentile of the Fund's Lipper peer universe. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Select Large Cap Equity Fund

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II




ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.

With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $503 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***

Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.

Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

  *  In U.S. dollars as of June 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q2 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.

  **  Source: ICI as of June 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

  ***  Source: Investment Association as of June 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

Not part of the shareholder report




PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,

Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.

At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:

n  Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement

Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.

n  Navigate a changing interest rate environment

Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.

n  Maximize after-tax returns

In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.

n  Grow assets to achieve financial goals

We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.

n  Ease the impact of volatile markets

Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.

Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.

The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.

Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.

Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fund Investment Manager

Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Distributor

Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

Fund Transfer Agent

Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.

 

 

  

 

The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.

Performance Overview

   

3

   

Portfolio Overview

   

4

   

Understanding Your Fund's Expenses

   

5

   

Portfolio of Investments

   

6

   

Statement of Assets and Liabilities

   

11

   

Statement of Operations

   

13

   

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

   

14

   

Financial Highlights

   

16

   

Notes to Financial Statements

   

25

   
Interim Approval of Investment Management Services
Agreement
   

32

   

Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement

   

34

   

Important Information About This Report

   

37

   

Semiannual Report 2015



COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Performance Summary

n  Columbia Small Cap Value Fund II (the Fund) Class A shares returned -3.62% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended August 31, 2015.

n  The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Russell 2000 Value Index, which returned -7.10% for the same time period.

Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended August 31, 2015)

   

Inception

  6 Months
Cumulative
 

1 Year

 

5 Years

 

10 Years

 

Class A

 

05/01/02

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.62

     

-1.68

     

15.56

     

7.16

   

Including sales charges

           

-9.15

     

-7.32

     

14.20

     

6.53

   

Class B

 

05/01/02

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.98

     

-2.40

     

14.72

     

6.35

   

Including sales charges

           

-8.71

     

-6.90

     

14.48

     

6.35

   

Class C

 

05/01/02

                 

Excluding sales charges

           

-3.99

     

-2.34

     

14.73

     

6.37

   

Including sales charges

           

-4.93

     

-3.24

     

14.73

     

6.37

   

Class I*

 

09/27/10

   

-3.41

     

-1.15

     

16.11

     

7.42

   

Class R*

 

01/23/06

   

-3.76

     

-1.90

     

15.28

     

6.88

   

Class R4*

 

11/08/12

   

-3.53

     

-1.41

     

15.72

     

7.23

   

Class R5*

 

11/08/12

   

-3.47

     

-1.29

     

15.81

     

7.28

   

Class Y*

 

11/08/12

   

-3.41

     

-1.20

     

15.85

     

7.29

   

Class Z

 

05/01/02

   

-3.53

     

-1.44

     

15.85

     

7.43

   

Russell 2000 Value Index

           

-7.10

     

-4.95

     

13.23

     

5.70

   

Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.

The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.

*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.

The Russell 2000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, tracks the performance of those Russell 2000 Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.

Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

(Unaudited)

Portfolio Management

Christian Stadlinger, Ph.D., CFA

Jarl Ginsberg, CFA, CAIA

Morningstar Style BoxTM

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Top Ten Holdings (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Renasant Corp.

   

1.4

   

Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.

   

1.4

   

Independent Bank Corp.

   

1.4

   

Sterling Bancorp

   

1.4

   

VCA, Inc.

   

1.3

   

Western Alliance Bancorp

   

1.3

   

Catalent, Inc.

   

1.3

   

Helen of Troy Ltd.

   

1.3

   

Community Bank System, Inc.

   

1.3

   

AMERISAFE, Inc.

   

1.3

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).

For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."

Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.

Portfolio Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Common Stocks

   

95.8

   

Money Market Funds

   

4.2

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

Equity Sector Breakdown (%)
(at August 31, 2015)
 

Consumer Discretionary

   

15.3

   

Consumer Staples

   

3.3

   

Energy

   

5.1

   

Financials

   

39.9

   

Health Care

   

9.1

   

Industrials

   

11.7

   

Information Technology

   

7.7

   

Materials

   

3.5

   

Utilities

   

4.4

   

Total

   

100.0

   

Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES

(Unaudited)

As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses

To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount 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 results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.

Compare With Other Funds

Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.

March 1, 2015 – August 31, 2015

    Account Value at the Beginning
of the Period ($)
  Account Value at the End of the
Period ($)
  Expenses Paid During the
Period ($)
  Fund's Annualized
Expense Ratio (%)
 
   

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Hypothetical

 

Actual

 

Class A

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

963.80

     

1,018.70

     

6.45

     

6.63

     

1.30

   

Class B

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

960.20

     

1,014.91

     

10.16

     

10.44

     

2.05

   

Class C

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

960.10

     

1,014.91

     

10.16

     

10.44

     

2.05

   

Class I

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

965.90

     

1,020.98

     

4.22

     

4.34

     

0.85

   

Class R

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

962.40

     

1,017.44

     

7.69

     

7.90

     

1.55

   

Class R4

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

964.70

     

1,019.97

     

5.21

     

5.36

     

1.05

   

Class R5

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

965.30

     

1,020.72

     

4.47

     

4.60

     

0.90

   

Class Y

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

965.90

     

1,020.98

     

4.22

     

4.34

     

0.85

   

Class Z

   

1,000.00

     

1,000.00

     

964.70

     

1,019.97

     

5.21

     

5.36

     

1.05

   

Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.

Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)

Common Stocks 96.9%

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 14.8%

 

Auto Components 1.7%

 
American Axle & Manufacturing
Holdings, Inc.(a)
   

331,300

     

6,692,260

   

Tenneco, Inc.(a)

   

159,600

     

7,509,180

   

Tower International, Inc.(a)

   

465,873

     

11,390,595

   

Total

       

25,592,035

   

Diversified Consumer Services 0.9%

 

Nord Anglia Education, Inc.(a)

   

630,000

     

12,940,200

   

Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 3.0%

 

Bloomin' Brands, Inc.

   

454,400

     

9,406,080

   

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.(a)

   

280,000

     

9,643,200

   

Penn National Gaming, Inc.(a)

   

750,000

     

13,620,000

   

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc.(a)

   

161,000

     

12,685,190

   

Total

       

45,354,470

   

Household Durables 2.3%

 

Helen of Troy Ltd.(a)

   

220,000

     

18,730,800

   

Ryland Group, Inc. (The)

   

350,000

     

15,134,000

   

Total

       

33,864,800

   

Media 1.7%

 
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc.,
Class A
   

267,000

     

7,737,660

   

Media General, Inc.(a)

   

619,364

     

7,277,527

   

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., Class A

   

390,100

     

10,446,878

   

Total

       

25,462,065

   

Specialty Retail 3.7%

 

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

   

1,010,000

     

17,190,200

   

Children's Place, Inc. (The)

   

190,000

     

11,384,800

   

Guess?, Inc.

   

356,500

     

7,882,215

   

Party City Holdco, Inc.(a)

   

623,800

     

10,567,172

   

TravelCenters of America LLC(a)

   

786,400

     

9,271,656

   

Total

       

56,296,043

   

Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 1.5%

 

Sequential Brands Group, Inc.(a)

   

771,700

     

12,632,729

   

Skechers U.S.A., Inc., Class A(a)

   

67,000

     

9,429,580

   

Total

       

22,062,309

   

Total Consumer Discretionary

       

221,571,922

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

CONSUMER STAPLES 3.2%

 

Food & Staples Retailing 1.5%

 

SpartanNash Co.

   

388,000

     

10,980,400

   

SUPERVALU, Inc.(a)

   

1,350,000

     

11,124,000

   

Total

       

22,104,400

   

Food Products 1.1%

 

TreeHouse Foods, Inc.(a)

   

200,000

     

15,874,000

   

Personal Products 0.6%

 

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., Class A

   

215,000

     

9,821,200

   

Total Consumer Staples

       

47,799,600

   

ENERGY 5.0%

 

Energy Equipment & Services 0.9%

 

Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.

   

841,400

     

13,697,992

   

Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 4.1%

 

Aegean Marine Petroleum Network, Inc.

   

669,600

     

5,664,816

   

Carrizo Oil & Gas, Inc.(a)

   

107,100

     

3,901,653

   

Delek U.S. Holdings, Inc.

   

316,400

     

9,732,464

   

Matador Resources Co.(a)

   

637,200

     

14,598,252

   

Parsley Energy, Inc., Class A(a)

   

227,200

     

3,907,840

   

PDC Energy, Inc.(a)

   

265,000

     

14,887,700

   

Teekay Tankers Ltd., Class A

   

1,425,000

     

8,379,000

   

Total

       

61,071,725

   

Total Energy

       

74,769,717

   

FINANCIALS 38.7%

 

Banks 18.9%

 

Ameris Bancorp

   

440,000

     

11,998,800

   

Bank of the Ozarks, Inc.

   

350,000

     

14,630,000

   

Cathay General Bancorp

   

300,000

     

8,889,000

   

Community Bank System, Inc.

   

525,000

     

18,721,500

   

Customers Bancorp, Inc.(a)

   

455,000

     

11,152,050

   

FirstMerit Corp.

   

840,000

     

15,086,400

   

Hilltop Holdings, Inc.(a)

   

600,000

     

12,390,000

   

Independent Bank Corp.

   

435,000

     

19,701,150

   

LegacyTexas Financial Group, Inc.

   

310,000

     

8,779,200

   

PrivateBancorp, Inc.

   

485,000

     

18,357,250

   

Prosperity Bancshares, Inc.

   

100,000

     

5,167,000

   

Renasant Corp.

   

670,000

     

20,997,800

   

Sandy Spring Bancorp, Inc.

   

575,000

     

14,760,250

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Sterling Bancorp

   

1,400,000

     

19,642,000

   

Umpqua Holdings Corp.

   

903,591

     

15,099,006

   

Union Bankshares Corp.

   

750,000

     

17,700,000

   

Western Alliance Bancorp(a)

   

625,000

     

19,075,000

   

Wilshire Bancorp, Inc.

   

1,352,400

     

14,443,632

   

Wintrust Financial Corp.

   

322,300

     

16,437,300

   

Total

       

283,027,338

   

Capital Markets 1.1%

 

Triplepoint Venture Growth BDC Corp.

   

271,668

     

3,238,283

   

Virtu Financial, Inc. Class A

   

529,414

     

12,462,405

   

Total

       

15,700,688

   

Insurance 7.6%

 
American Equity Investment Life
Holding Co.
   

540,000

     

13,100,400

   

AMERISAFE, Inc.

   

395,000

     

18,462,300

   

Amtrust Financial Services, Inc.

   

235,000

     

13,665,250

   

Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.

   

364,630

     

20,411,987

   

CNO Financial Group, Inc.

   

850,000

     

15,206,500

   

First American Financial Corp.

   

450,000

     

17,487,000

   

Symetra Financial Corp.

   

500,000

     

15,735,000

   

Total

       

114,068,437

   

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 8.4%

 

American Assets Trust, Inc.

   

466,100

     

17,954,172

   

Brandywine Realty Trust

   

771,845

     

9,354,762

   

Chatham Lodging Trust

   

212,000

     

4,865,400

   

CubeSmart

   

674,900

     

17,068,221

   

First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc.

   

745,000

     

14,445,550

   

Geo Group, Inc. (The)

   

122,800

     

3,687,684

   

Highwoods Properties, Inc.

   

355,000

     

13,468,700

   

Kilroy Realty Corp.

   

220,000

     

14,269,200

   

LaSalle Hotel Properties

   

225,000

     

7,078,500

   

Mack-Cali Realty Corp.

   

457,000

     

8,559,610

   

RLJ Lodging Trust

   

278,000

     

7,656,120

   

Strategic Hotels & Resorts, Inc.(a)

   

591,000

     

7,972,590

   

Total

       

126,380,509

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 2.7%

 

EverBank Financial Corp.

   

797,900

     

15,782,462

   

MGIC Investment Corp.(a)

   

910,000

     

9,609,600

   

Radian Group, Inc.

   

855,400

     

15,380,092

   

Total

       

40,772,154

   

Total Financials

       

579,949,126

   

HEALTH CARE 8.8%

 

Health Care Equipment & Supplies 1.0%

 

Globus Medical, Inc., Class A(a)

   

625,400

     

15,272,268

   

Health Care Providers & Services 5.2%

 

Kindred Healthcare, Inc.

   

570,000

     

11,445,600

   

LHC Group, Inc.(a)

   

320,000

     

13,856,000

   

LifePoint Health, Inc.(a)

   

190,000

     

14,844,700

   

PharMerica Corp.(a)

   

560,000

     

18,323,200

   

VCA, Inc.(a)

   

353,800

     

19,593,444

   

Total

       

78,062,944

   

Health Care Technology 0.5%

 

MedAssets, Inc.(a)

   

350,000

     

7,392,000

   

Life Sciences Tools & Services 0.8%

 

PAREXEL International Corp.(a)

   

178,000

     

11,698,160

   

Pharmaceuticals 1.3%

 

Catalent, Inc.(a)

   

600,000

     

19,074,000

   

Total Health Care

       

131,499,372

   

INDUSTRIALS 11.3%

 

Airlines 1.5%

 

Alaska Air Group, Inc.

   

139,900

     

10,472,914

   

JetBlue Airways Corp.(a)

   

531,800

     

11,869,776

   

Total

       

22,342,690

   

Commercial Services & Supplies 3.5%

 

ABM Industries, Inc.

   

375,000

     

12,003,750

   

Deluxe Corp.

   

290,000

     

16,822,900

   

Essendant, Inc.

   

18,284

     

630,798

   

Steelcase, Inc., Class A

   

559,900

     

9,871,037

   

West Corp.

   

543,900

     

13,238,526

   

Total

       

52,567,011

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Construction & Engineering 1.5%

 

EMCOR Group, Inc.

   

335,000

     

15,440,150

   

Tutor Perini Corp.(a)

   

430,502

     

7,619,885

   

Total

       

23,060,035

   

Machinery 1.3%

 

Trinity Industries, Inc.

   

388,700

     

10,491,013

   

Wabash National Corp.(a)

   

723,700

     

8,850,851

   

Total

       

19,341,864

   

Professional Services 1.7%

 

On Assignment, Inc.(a)

   

457,200

     

16,450,056

   

TrueBlue, Inc.(a)

   

380,000

     

9,120,000

   

Total

       

25,570,056

   

Road & Rail 0.5%

 

Swift Transportation Co.(a)

   

360,000

     

7,016,400

   

Trading Companies & Distributors 1.3%

 

Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.(a)

   

425,000

     

15,406,250

   

Neff Corp. Class A(a)(b)

   

714,047

     

4,705,570

   

Total

       

20,111,820

   

Total Industrials

       

170,009,876

   

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 7.5%

 

Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 1.5%

 

II-VI, Inc.(a)

   

782,730

     

13,220,309

   

Rogers Corp.(a)

   

160,000

     

8,905,600

   

Total

       

22,125,909

   

Internet Software & Services 0.4%

 
Endurance International Group
Holdings, Inc.(a)
   

375,000

     

5,733,750

   

Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.1%

 

Cypress Semiconductor Corp.

   

925,000

     

9,250,000

   
Fairchild Semiconductor
International, Inc.(a)
   

555,400

     

7,553,440

   

Integrated Device Technology, Inc.(a)

   

615,000

     

11,678,850

   

IXYS Corp.

   

650,000

     

7,663,500

   

Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc.(a)

   

995,996

     

10,517,718

   

Total

       

46,663,508

   

Software 2.0%

 

AVG Technologies NV(a)

   

250,000

     

5,782,500

   

Mentor Graphics Corp.

   

630,000

     

16,279,200

   

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.(a)

   

257,000

     

7,486,410

   

Total

       

29,548,110

   

Common Stocks (continued)

Issuer

 

Shares

 

Value ($)

 

Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 0.5%

 

Super Micro Computer, Inc.(a)

   

297,000

     

8,122,950

   

Total Information Technology

       

112,194,227

   

MATERIALS 3.4%

 

Chemicals 0.6%

 

Orion Engineered Carbons SA

   

571,342

     

9,370,009

   

Metals & Mining 1.5%

 

Carpenter Technology Corp.

   

265,263

     

10,345,257

   

Materion Corp.

   

365,000

     

11,300,400

   

Total

       

21,645,657

   

Paper & Forest Products 1.3%

 

KapStone Paper and Packaging Corp.

   

207,900

     

4,530,141

   

Neenah Paper, Inc.

   

270,000

     

15,584,400

   

Total

       

20,114,541

   

Total Materials

       

51,130,207

   

UTILITIES 4.2%

 

Gas Utilities 2.8%

 

New Jersey Resources Corp.

   

485,000

     

13,710,950

   

South Jersey Industries, Inc.

   

531,630

     

12,812,283

   

Southwest Gas Corp.

   

300,000

     

16,527,000

   

Total

       

43,050,233

   

Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers 0.2%

 

TerraForm Power, Inc., Class A

   

113,981

     

2,564,573

   

Multi-Utilities 1.2%

 

Avista Corp.

   

570,000

     

17,892,300

   

Total Utilities

       

63,507,106

   
Total Common Stocks
(Cost: $1,104,681,596)
       

1,452,431,153

   

Money Market Funds 4.2%

   

Shares

 

Value

 
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund,
0.150%(b)(c)
   

63,719,812

     

63,719,812

   
Total Money Market Funds
(Cost: $63,719,812)
       

63,719,812

   
Total Investments
(Cost: $1,168,401,408)
       

1,516,150,965

   

Other Assets & Liabilities, Net

       

(16,088,810

)

 

Net Assets

       

1,500,062,155

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Notes to Portfolio of Investments

(a)  Non-income producing investment.

(b)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended August 31, 2015 are as follows:

Issuer

  Beginning
Cost ($)
  Purchase
Cost ($)
  Proceeds
From Sales ($)
  Realized
Gain (Loss) ($)
  Ending
Cost ($)
  Dividends —
Affiliated
Issuers ($)
 

Value ($)

 
Columbia
Short-Term
Cash Fund
   

67,987,849

     

326,672,429

     

(330,940,466

)

   

     

63,719,812

     

27,107

     

63,719,812

   
Neff Corp.
Class A
   

11,210,205

     

     

(379,738

)

   

(119,762

)

   

10,710,705

     

     

4,705,570

   

Total

   

79,198,054

     

326,672,429

     

(331,320,204

)

   

(119,762

)

   

74,430,517

     

27,107

     

68,425,382

   

(c)  The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at August 31, 2015.

Fair Value Measurements

The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.

Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:

>  Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.

>  Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).

>  Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).

Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.

Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.

Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.

The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Fair Value Measurements (continued)

are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.

For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.

The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at August 31, 2015:

    Level 1
Quoted Prices in Active
Markets for Identical
Assets ($)
 
Level 2
Other Significant
Observable Inputs ($)
 
Level 3
Significant
Unobservable Inputs ($)
 


Total ($)
 

Investments

 

Common Stocks

 

Consumer Discretionary

   

221,571,922

     

     

     

221,571,922

   

Consumer Staples

   

47,799,600

     

     

     

47,799,600

   

Energy

   

74,769,717

     

     

     

74,769,717

   

Financials

   

579,949,126

     

     

     

579,949,126

   

Health Care

   

131,499,372

     

     

     

131,499,372

   

Industrials

   

170,009,876

     

     

     

170,009,876

   

Information Technology

   

112,194,227

     

     

     

112,194,227

   

Materials

   

51,130,207

     

     

     

51,130,207

   

Utilities

   

63,507,106

     

     

     

63,507,106

   

Total Common Stocks

   

1,452,431,153

     

     

     

1,452,431,153

   

Money Market Funds

   

     

63,719,812

     

     

63,719,812

   

Total Investments

   

1,452,431,153

     

63,719,812

     

     

1,516,150,965

   

See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.

The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets.

Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.

The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:

Transfers In

 

Transfers Out

 
Level 1 ($)  

Level 2 ($)

 

Level 1 ($)

 

Level 2 ($)

 
       

67,987,849

     

67,987,849

     

   

Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.

There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Assets

 

Investments, at value

 

Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $1,093,970,891)

 

$

1,447,725,583

   

Affiliated issuers (identified cost $74,430,517)

   

68,425,382

   

Total investments (identified cost $1,168,401,408)

   

1,516,150,965

   

Receivable for:

 

Investments sold

   

1,736,705

   

Capital shares sold

   

1,698,718

   

Dividends

   

1,427,882

   

Prepaid expenses

   

8,729

   

Total assets

   

1,521,022,999

   

Liabilities

 

Payable for:

 

Investments purchased

   

19,081,986

   

Capital shares purchased

   

1,195,605

   

Investment management fees

   

100,974

   

Distribution and/or service fees

   

6,449

   

Transfer agent fees

   

370,140

   

Compensation of board members

   

119,217

   

Other expenses

   

86,473

   

Total liabilities

   

20,960,844

   

Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

1,500,062,155

   

Represented by

 

Paid-in capital

 

$

1,034,774,913

   

Undistributed net investment income

   

849,805

   

Accumulated net realized gain

   

116,687,880

   

Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments — unaffiliated issuers

   

353,754,692

   

Investments — affiliated issuers

   

(6,005,135

)

 

Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock

 

$

1,500,062,155

   

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Class A

 

Net assets

 

$

234,400,356

   

Shares outstanding

   

14,008,941

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

16.73

   

Maximum offering price per share(a)

 

$

17.75

   

Class B

 

Net assets

 

$

598,928

   

Shares outstanding

   

38,948

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.38

   

Class C

 

Net assets

 

$

12,976,824

   

Shares outstanding

   

844,552

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

15.37

   

Class I

 

Net assets

 

$

2,376

   

Shares outstanding

   

140

   

Net asset value per share(b)

 

$

16.96

   

Class R

 

Net assets

 

$

12,649,370

   

Shares outstanding

   

762,907

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

16.58

   

Class R4

 

Net assets

 

$

24,710,981

   

Shares outstanding

   

1,435,637

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.21

   

Class R5

 

Net assets

 

$

16,692,086

   

Shares outstanding

   

968,588

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.23

   

Class Y

 

Net assets

 

$

117,649,966

   

Shares outstanding

   

6,810,659

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

17.27

   

Class Z

 

Net assets

 

$

1,080,381,268

   

Shares outstanding

   

63,838,418

   

Net asset value per share

 

$

16.92

   

(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.

(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

Six Months Ended August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Net investment income

 

Income:

 

Dividends — unaffiliated issuers

 

$

10,822,815

   

Dividends — affiliated issuers

   

27,107

   

Foreign taxes withheld

   

(33,940

)

 

Total income

   

10,815,982

   

Expenses:

 

Investment management fees

   

6,832,134

   

Distribution and/or service fees

 

Class A

   

329,202

   

Class B

   

4,471

   

Class C

   

73,123

   

Class R

   

35,512

   

Transfer agent fees

 

Class A

   

269,603

   

Class B

   

917

   

Class C

   

14,970

   

Class R

   

14,541

   

Class R4

   

27,418

   

Class R5

   

4,314

   

Class Z

   

1,246,798

   

Compensation of board members

   

19,533

   

Custodian fees

   

8,728

   

Printing and postage fees

   

83,078

   

Registration fees

   

73,666

   

Professional fees

   

19,846

   

Other

   

14,801

   

Total expenses

   

9,072,655

   

Expense reductions

   

(40

)

 

Total net expenses

   

9,072,615

   

Net investment income

   

1,743,367

   

Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net

 

Net realized gain (loss) on:

 

Investments — unaffiliated issuers

   

119,130,369

   

Investments — affiliated issuers

   

(119,762

)

 

Net realized gain

   

119,010,607

   

Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:

 

Investments — unaffiliated issuers

   

(167,848,164

)

 

Investments — affiliated issuers

   

(2,604,706

)

 

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(170,452,870

)

 

Net realized and unrealized loss

   

(51,442,263

)

 

Net decrease in net assets from operations

 

$

(49,698,896

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
  Year Ended
February 28,
2015
 

Operations

 

Net investment income

 

$

1,743,367

   

$

5,521,245

   

Net realized gain

   

119,010,607

     

125,520,128

   

Net change in unrealized depreciation

   

(170,452,870

)

   

(60,576,676

)

 

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

   

(49,698,896

)

   

70,464,697

   

Distributions to shareholders

 

Net investment income

 

Class A

   

     

(539,877

)

 

Class I

   

     

(15

)

 

Class R4

   

     

(59,418

)

 

Class R5

   

     

(54,734

)

 

Class Y

   

     

(590,262

)

 

Class Z

   

     

(5,155,947

)

 

Net realized gains

 

Class A

   

(3,620,108

)

   

(25,694,119

)

 

Class B

   

(11,687

)

   

(137,539

)

 

Class C

   

(217,243

)

   

(1,552,055

)

 

Class I

   

(36

)

   

(238

)

 

Class R

   

(196,871

)

   

(1,464,482

)

 

Class R4

   

(352,193

)

   

(1,295,660

)

 

Class R5

   

(239,900

)

   

(1,125,155

)

 

Class Y

   

(1,639,816

)

   

(9,112,109

)

 

Class Z

   

(15,985,904

)

   

(120,218,261

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(22,263,758

)

   

(166,999,871

)

 

Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity

   

(152,983,699

)

   

(11,341,529

)

 

Total decrease in net assets

   

(224,946,353

)

   

(107,876,703

)

 

Net assets at beginning of period

   

1,725,008,508

     

1,832,885,211

   

Net assets at end of period

 

$

1,500,062,155

   

$

1,725,008,508

   

Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income

 

$

849,805

   

$

(893,562

)

 

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)

    Six Months Ended August 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
 

Year Ended February 28, 2015

 
   

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Shares

 

Dollars ($)

 

Capital stock activity

 

Class A shares

 

Subscriptions(a)

   

979,585

     

17,523,391

     

2,964,697

     

53,088,142

   

Distributions reinvested

   

182,767

     

3,348,288

     

1,377,419

     

24,272,637

   

Redemptions

   

(2,148,412

)

   

(38,362,730

)

   

(5,451,104

)

   

(97,249,654

)

 

Net decrease

   

(986,060

)

   

(17,491,051

)

   

(1,108,988

)

   

(19,888,875

)

 

Class B shares

 

Subscriptions

   

160

     

2,648

     

490

     

8,099

   

Distributions reinvested

   

682

     

11,498

     

7,770

     

127,319

   

Redemptions(a)

   

(29,662

)

   

(494,901

)

   

(54,010

)

   

(900,885

)

 

Net decrease

   

(28,820

)

   

(480,755

)

   

(45,750

)

   

(765,467

)

 

Class C shares

 

Subscriptions

   

12,301

     

203,028

     

28,441

     

465,157

   

Distributions reinvested

   

10,405

     

175,331

     

75,895

     

1,240,581

   

Redemptions

   

(98,367

)

   

(1,624,242

)

   

(172,906

)

   

(2,878,072

)

 

Net decrease

   

(75,661

)

   

(1,245,883

)

   

(68,570

)

   

(1,172,334

)

 

Class I shares

 

Redemptions

   

     

     

(73

)

   

(1,400

)

 

Net decrease

   

     

     

(73

)

   

(1,400

)

 

Class R shares

 

Subscriptions

   

69,653

     

1,241,529

     

178,767

     

3,198,034

   

Distributions reinvested

   

10,608

     

192,637

     

81,342

     

1,424,081

   

Redemptions

   

(152,857

)

   

(2,724,142

)

   

(375,399

)

   

(6,709,725

)

 

Net decrease

   

(72,596

)

   

(1,289,976

)

   

(115,290

)

   

(2,087,610

)

 

Class R4 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

146,204

     

2,667,713

     

1,225,333

     

21,871,853

   

Distributions reinvested

   

18,692

     

352,159

     

75,062

     

1,354,842

   

Redemptions

   

(388,821

)

   

(7,212,493

)

   

(400,370

)

   

(7,454,528

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

(223,925

)

   

(4,192,621

)

   

900,025

     

15,772,167

   

Class R5 shares

 

Subscriptions

   

283,495

     

5,181,504

     

559,707

     

10,173,911

   

Distributions reinvested

   

12,718

     

239,867

     

64,823

     

1,179,488

   

Redemptions

   

(121,012

)

   

(2,217,465

)

   

(651,459

)

   

(11,904,578

)

 

Net increase (decrease)

   

175,201

     

3,203,906

     

(26,929

)

   

(551,179

)

 

Class Y shares

 

Subscriptions

   

1,093,325

     

20,152,033

     

5,572,228

     

104,647,166

   

Distributions reinvested

   

79,631

     

1,505,018

     

483,734

     

8,734,940

   

Redemptions

   

(594,614

)

   

(10,963,244

)

   

(1,287,603

)

   

(23,759,971

)

 

Net increase

   

578,342

     

10,693,807

     

4,768,359

     

89,622,135

   

Class Z shares

 

Subscriptions

   

5,481,281

     

97,991,317

     

14,679,412

     

266,602,507

   

Distributions reinvested

   

694,686

     

12,865,579

     

5,745,785

     

102,247,406

   

Redemptions

   

(13,947,872

)

   

(253,038,022

)

   

(25,427,789

)

   

(461,118,879

)

 

Net decrease

   

(7,771,905

)

   

(142,181,126

)

   

(5,002,592

)

   

(92,268,966

)

 

Total net decrease

   

(8,405,424

)

   

(152,983,699

)

   

(699,808

)

   

(11,341,529

)

 

(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class A

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.60

   

$

18.61

   

$

16.07

   

$

14.44

   

$

14.77

   

$

11.05

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

(0.00

)(a)

   

0.02

     

0.03

     

0.11

     

0.02

     

0.00

(a)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.62

)

   

0.71

     

4.59

     

1.96

     

(0.33

)

   

3.74

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.62

)

   

0.73

     

4.62

     

2.07

     

(0.31

)

   

3.74

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.04

)

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.02

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.74

)

   

(2.08

)

   

(0.44

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.02

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

16.73

   

$

17.60

   

$

18.61

   

$

16.07

   

$

14.44

   

$

14.77

   

Total return

   

(3.62

%)

   

4.10

%

   

29.93

%

   

14.70

%

   

(2.08

%)

   

33.89

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.30

%(c)

   

1.30

%

   

1.29

%

   

1.33

%

   

1.37

%

   

1.36

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.30

%(c)(e)

   

1.30

%(e)

   

1.29

%(e)

   

1.31

%(e)

   

1.31

%(e)

   

1.35

%(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.01

%)(c)

   

0.11

%

   

0.17

%

   

0.76

%

   

0.15

%

   

(0.01

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

234,400

   

$

263,946

   

$

299,725

   

$

257,083

   

$

525,941

   

$

565,730

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

   

41

%

   

60

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class B

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.26

   

$

17.41

   

$

15.22

   

$

13.70

   

$

14.10

   

$

10.61

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.10

)

   

0.00

(a)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.57

)

   

0.66

     

4.32

     

1.87

     

(0.32

)

   

3.58

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.63

)

   

0.55

     

4.22

     

1.87

     

(0.40

)

   

3.49

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.03

)

   

     

   

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.35

)

   

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.38

   

$

16.26

   

$

17.41

   

$

15.22

   

$

13.70

   

$

14.10

   

Total return

   

(3.98

%)

   

3.34

%

   

28.91

%

   

13.94

%

   

(2.84

%)

   

32.89

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.05

%(c)

   

2.04

%

   

2.04

%

   

2.08

%

   

2.10

%

   

2.11

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

2.05

%(c)(e)

   

2.04

%(e)

   

2.04

%(e)

   

2.06

%(e)

   

2.05

%(e)

   

2.10

%(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.75

%)(c)

   

(0.65

%)

   

(0.57

%)

   

0.01

%

   

(0.62

%)

   

(0.77

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

599

   

$

1,102

   

$

1,977

   

$

2,010

   

$

2,337

   

$

3,093

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

   

41

%

   

60

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class C

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

16.25

   

$

17.40

   

$

15.20

   

$

13.69

   

$

14.09

   

$

10.60

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.06

)

   

(0.11

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.09

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.57

)

   

0.66

     

4.33

     

1.86

     

(0.32

)

   

3.58

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.63

)

   

0.55

     

4.23

     

1.86

     

(0.40

)

   

3.49

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

     

(0.03

)

   

     

   

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.35

)

   

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

15.37

   

$

16.25

   

$

17.40

   

$

15.20

   

$

13.69

   

$

14.09

   

Total return

   

(3.99

%)

   

3.34

%

   

29.02

%

   

13.87

%

   

(2.84

%)

   

32.92

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

2.05

%(c)

   

2.05

%

   

2.04

%

   

2.08

%

   

2.10

%

   

2.11

%

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

2.05

%(c)(e)

   

2.05

%(e)

   

2.04

%(e)

   

2.06

%(e)

   

2.06

%(e)

   

2.10

%(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.76

%)(c)

   

(0.64

%)

   

(0.58

%)

   

(0.00

)(a)

   

(0.62

%)

   

(0.77

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

12,977

   

$

14,949

   

$

17,203

   

$

16,190

   

$

18,191

   

$

23,321

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

   

41

%

   

60

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Rounds to zero.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class I

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.80

   

$

18.78

   

$

16.20

   

$

14.54

   

$

14.87

   

$

11.72

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.04

     

0.11

     

0.11

     

0.17

     

0.07

     

(0.01

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.63

)

   

0.72

     

4.63

     

1.99

     

(0.32

)

   

3.23

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.59

)

   

0.83

     

4.74

     

2.16

     

(0.25

)

   

3.22

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.11

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.18

)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.07

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.81

)

   

(2.16

)

   

(0.50

)

   

(0.08

)

   

(0.07

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

16.96

   

$

17.80

   

$

18.78

   

$

16.20

   

$

14.54

   

$

14.87

   

Total return

   

(3.41

%)

   

4.63

%

   

30.48

%

   

15.31

%

   

(1.64

%)

   

27.55

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.85

%(c)

   

0.83

%

   

0.84

%

   

0.86

%

   

0.87

%

   

0.92

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.85

%(c)

   

0.83

%

   

0.84

%

   

0.86

%

   

0.87

%

   

0.92

%(c)(e)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

0.44

%(c)

   

0.59

%

   

0.60

%

   

1.18

%

   

0.52

%

   

(0.12

%)(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

2

   

$

2

   

$

4

   

$

23,685

   

$

12,055

   

$

29,390

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

   

41

%

   

60

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class R

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.47

   

$

18.49

   

$

15.98

   

$

14.36

   

$

14.71

   

$

11.01

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.02

)

   

(0.01

)

   

0.07

     

(0.02

)

   

(0.03

)

 

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.62

)

   

0.70

     

4.56

     

1.96

     

(0.33

)

   

3.73

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.64

)

   

0.68

     

4.55

     

2.03

     

(0.35

)

   

3.70

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

     

(0.01

)

   

(0.09

)

   

     

   

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.04

)

   

(0.41

)

   

     

   

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

16.58

   

$

17.47

   

$

18.49

   

$

15.98

   

$

14.36

   

$

14.71

   

Total return

   

(3.76

%)

   

3.86

%

   

29.61

%

   

14.47

%

   

(2.38

%)

   

33.61

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.55

%(b)

   

1.55

%

   

1.54

%

   

1.58

%

   

1.60

%

   

1.61

%

 

Total net expenses(c)

   

1.55

%(b)(d)

   

1.55

%(d)

   

1.54

%(d)

   

1.56

%(d)

   

1.56

%(d)

   

1.60

%(d)

 

Net investment income (loss)

   

(0.25

%)(b)

   

(0.14

%)

   

(0.08

%)

   

0.50

%

   

(0.12

%)

   

(0.26

%)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

12,649

   

$

14,594

   

$

17,582

   

$

15,421

   

$

20,081

   

$

27,450

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

   

41

%

   

60

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(d)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R4

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

18.08

   

$

19.06

   

$

16.42

   

$

14.41

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.02

     

0.05

     

0.07

     

0.08

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.64

)

   

0.75

     

4.69

     

2.40

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.62

)

   

0.80

     

4.76

     

2.48

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.08

)

   

(0.09

)

   

(0.15

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.78

)

   

(2.12

)

   

(0.47

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.21

   

$

18.08

   

$

19.06

   

$

16.42

   

Total return

   

(3.53

%)

   

4.39

%

   

30.18

%

   

17.60

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.05

%(c)

   

1.05

%

   

1.05

%

   

1.11

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

1.05

%(c)(e)

   

1.05

%(e)

   

1.05

%(e)

   

1.06

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

0.25

%(c)

   

0.28

%

   

0.38

%

   

1.73

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

24,711

   

$

30,000

   

$

14,479

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(e)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class R5

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

18.09

   

$

19.07

   

$

16.42

   

$

14.41

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.04

     

0.09

     

0.09

     

0.09

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.65

)

   

0.73

     

4.71

     

2.39

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.61

)

   

0.82

     

4.80

     

2.48

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.10

)

   

(0.12

)

   

(0.15

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.80

)

   

(2.15

)

   

(0.47

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.23

   

$

18.09

   

$

19.07

   

$

16.42

   

Total return

   

(3.47

%)

   

4.51

%

   

30.43

%

   

17.63

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.90

%(c)

   

0.89

%

   

0.89

%

   

0.92

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.90

%(c)

   

0.89

%

   

0.89

%

   

0.92

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

0.41

%(c)

   

0.49

%

   

0.51

%

   

1.87

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

16,692

   

$

14,349

   

$

15,640

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

 

Class Y

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013(a)

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

18.12

   

$

19.10

   

$

16.44

   

$

14.43

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.04

     

0.10

     

0.10

     

0.09

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.64

)

   

0.72

     

4.72

     

2.40

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.60

)

   

0.82

     

4.82

     

2.49

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.10

)

   

(0.13

)

   

(0.16

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

 

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.80

)

   

(2.16

)

   

(0.48

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

17.27

   

$

18.12

   

$

19.10

   

$

16.44

   

Total return

   

(3.41

%)

   

4.53

%

   

30.52

%

   

17.66

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(b)

 

Total gross expenses

   

0.85

%(c)

   

0.85

%

   

0.84

%

   

0.87

%(c)

 

Total net expenses(d)

   

0.85

%(c)

   

0.85

%

   

0.84

%

   

0.87

%(c)

 

Net investment income

   

0.45

%(c)

   

0.56

%

   

0.53

%

   

1.92

%(c)

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

117,650

   

$

112,949

   

$

27,955

   

$

3

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.

(b)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(c)  Annualized.

(d)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)

    Six Months Ended
August 31, 2015
 

Year Ended February 28,

  Year Ended
February 29,
  Year Ended
February 28,
 

Class Z

 

(Unaudited)

 

2015

 

2014

 

2013

 

2012

 

2011

 

Per share data

 

Net asset value, beginning of period

 

$

17.78

   

$

18.77

   

$

16.19

   

$

14.54

   

$

14.87

   

$

11.11

   

Income from investment operations:

 

Net investment income

   

0.02

     

0.06

     

0.07

     

0.15

     

0.05

     

0.03

   

Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)

   

(0.63

)

   

0.72

     

4.64

     

1.97

     

(0.33

)

   

3.78

   

Total from investment operations

   

(0.61

)

   

0.78

     

4.71

     

2.12

     

(0.28

)

   

3.81

   

Less distributions to shareholders:

 

Net investment income

   

     

(0.07

)

   

(0.10

)

   

(0.15

)

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Net realized gains

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.70

)

   

(2.03

)

   

(0.32

)

   

     

   

Total distributions to shareholders

   

(0.25

)

   

(1.77

)

   

(2.13

)

   

(0.47

)

   

(0.05

)

   

(0.05

)

 

Net asset value, end of period

 

$

16.92

   

$

17.78

   

$

18.77

   

$

16.19

   

$

14.54

   

$

14.87

   

Total return

   

(3.53

%)

   

4.39

%

   

30.26

%

   

15.02

%

   

(1.84

%)

   

34.31

%

 

Ratios to average net assets(a)

 

Total gross expenses

   

1.05

%(b)

   

1.05

%

   

1.04

%

   

1.08

%

   

1.11

%

   

1.11

%

 

Total net expenses(c)

   

1.05

%(b)(d)

   

1.05

%(d)

   

1.04

%(d)

   

1.06

%(d)

   

1.06

%(d)

   

1.10

%(d)

 

Net investment income

   

0.24

%(b)

   

0.36

%

   

0.42

%

   

1.01

%

   

0.40

%

   

0.23

%

 

Supplemental data

 

Net assets, end of period (in thousands)

 

$

1,080,381

   

$

1,273,117

   

$

1,438,322

   

$

1,140,319

   

$

1,230,960

   

$

1,276,673

   

Portfolio turnover

   

27

%

   

38

%

   

36

%

   

42

%

   

41

%

   

60

%

 

Notes to Financial Highlights

(a)  In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.

(b)  Annualized.

(c)  Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.

(d)  The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.

The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Note 1. Organization

Columbia Small Cap Value Fund II (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Delaware statutory trust.

Fund Shares

The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.

The Fund is closed to new investors and new accounts, subject to certain limited exceptions.

Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.

Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within one year after purchase.

Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.

Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.

Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.

Security Valuation

All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.

Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.

Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.

Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.

The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.

GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition,

investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.

Security Transactions

Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.

Income Recognition

Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.

The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.

Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.

Expenses

General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

Determination of Class Net Asset Value

All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.

Federal Income Tax Status

The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.

Distributions to Shareholders

Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid semi-annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)

In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820),

Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.

Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates

Management Fees

Effective July 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.87% to 0.75% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended August 31, 2015 was 0.82% of the Fund's average daily net assets.

Prior to July 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from March 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $4,226,817, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $425,209.

Other Expenses

Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended August 31, 2015,

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,790.

Compensation of Board Members

Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.

Transactions with Affiliated Funds

For the year ended August 31, 2015, the Fund engaged in purchase and/or sales transactions with funds that have a common investment manager (or affiliated investment managers), common directors/trustees, and/or common officers. Those sale transactions complied with provisions of Rule 17a-7 under the 1940 Act and were $45,421,849. The sale transactions resulted in a net realized gain of $8,849,066.

Transfer Agency Fees

Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.

The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for

such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).

The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.

For the six months ended August 31, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:

Class A

   

0.21

%

 

Class B

   

0.21

   

Class C

   

0.21

   

Class R

   

0.21

   

Class R4

   

0.21

   

Class R5

   

0.05

   

Class Z

   

0.21

   

An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended August 31, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $40.

Distribution and Service Fees

The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.

Under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly combined distribution and service fee to the Distributor at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

assets attributable to Class A shares of the Fund. Also under the Plans, the Fund pays a monthly service fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares of the Fund and the payment of a monthly distribution fee at the maximum annual rate of 0.75%, 0.75% and 0.50% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B, Class C and Class R shares of the Fund, respectively.

Sales Charges

Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $1,149 for Class A and $8 for Class C shares for the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates

The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:

    Contractual
Expense Cap
July 1, 2015
Through
June 30, 2016
  Voluntary
Expense Cap
Prior to
July 1, 2015
 

Class A

   

1.36

%

   

1.38

%

 

Class B

   

2.11

     

2.13

   

Class C

   

2.11

     

2.13

   

Class I

   

0.95

     

0.98

   

Class R

   

1.61

     

1.63

   

Class R4

   

1.11

     

1.13

   

Class R5

   

1.00

     

1.03

   

Class Y

   

0.95

     

0.98

   

Class Z

   

1.11

     

1.13

   

The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses

associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.

Note 4. Federal Tax Information

The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.

At August 31, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $1,168,401,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:

Unrealized appreciation

 

$

393,258,000

   

Unrealized depreciation

   

(45,508,000

)

 

Net unrealized appreciation

 

$

347,750,000

   

Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $783,686 and post-October capital losses of $0 at February 28, 2015 as arising on March 1, 2015.

Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.

Note 5. Portfolio Information

The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $427,109,275 and $576,035,062, respectively, for the six months ended August 31, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale

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August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.

Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund

The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.

Note 7. Line of Credit

The Fund has entered into a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of banks led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. The credit facility agreement, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, permits collective borrowings up to $550 million. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.075% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations.

The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended August 31, 2015.

Note 8. Significant Risks

Financial Sector Risk

The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain

circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.

Shareholder Concentration Risk

At August 31, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 41.5% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.

Note 9. Subsequent Events

Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued and noted no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.

Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings

In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

August 31, 2015 (Unaudited)

http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.

Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Small Cap Value Fund II (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

The Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for a two-month period (Short-Term Period) in order to align the IMS Agreement with the review cycle of other funds in the Columbia family of funds. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March and April 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to each item of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel, and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its April 13-15, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the April Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period. At the April Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its expertise, resources and capabilities. The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management. The Independent Trustees noted the information they received concerning Columbia Management's ability to retain its key portfolio management personnel. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management (and its affiliates) and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other services agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the services being performed by Columbia Management and its affiliates were acceptable for the Short-Term Period.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that for purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Fund's performance was acceptable.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

INTERIM APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund).

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Board referred to a detailed profitability report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise Financial from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. For purposes of approving the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the Board concluded that the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable, observing that the profitability levels also seemed reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Independent Trustees took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints.

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that, for purposes of its consideration of the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period, the investment management service fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. The Board noted its understanding that it would undertake the full consideration of renewal of the IMS Agreement for the full annual period at its June 2015 meetings. On April 15, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement for the Short-Term Period.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Small Cap Value Fund II (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).

On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.

The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management

The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.

The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.

In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements

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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.

Investment Performance

For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.

Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund

The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.

The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.

The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.

Economies of Scale to be Realized

The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)

Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.

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COLUMBIA SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT

Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.

The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.

Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.

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Columbia Small Cap Value Fund II

P.O. Box 8081

Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.

All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804

© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.

columbiathreadneedle.com/us

SAR230_02_E01_(10/15)




 

Item 2. Code of Ethics.

 

Not applicable for semiannual reports.

 

Item 3. Audit Committee Financial Expert.

 

Not applicable for semiannual reports.

 

Item 4. Principal Accountant Fees and Services.

 

Not applicable for semiannual reports.

 

Item 5. Audit Committee of Listed Registrants.

 

Not applicable.

 

Item 6. Investments

 

(a)         The registrant’s “Schedule I — Investments in securities of unaffiliated issuers” (as set forth in 17 CFR 210.12-12) is included in Item 1 of this Form N-CSR.

 

(b)         Not applicable.

 

Item 7. Disclosure of Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures for Closed-End Management Investment Companies.

 

Not applicable.

 

Item 8. Portfolio Managers of Closed-End Management Investment Companies.

 

Not applicable.

 

Item 9. Purchases of Equity Securities by Closed-End Management Investment Company and Affiliated Purchasers.

 

Not applicable.

 



 

Item 10. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

 

There were no material changes to the procedures by which shareholders may recommend nominees to the registrant’s board of directors.

 

Item 11. Controls and Procedures.

 

(a)         The registrant’s principal executive officer and principal financial officers, based on their evaluation of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures as of a date within 90 days of the filing of this report, have concluded that such controls and procedures are adequately designed to ensure that material information required to be disclosed by the registrant in Form N-CSR is accumulated and communicated to the registrant’s management, including the principal executive officer and principal financial officer, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

 

(b)         There was no change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s second fiscal quarter of the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

 

Item 12. Exhibits.

 

(a)(1) Code of ethics required to be disclosed under Item 2 of Form N-CSR: Not applicable for semiannual reports.

 

(a)(2) Certifications pursuant to Rule 30a-2(a) under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (17 CFR 270.30a-2(a)) attached hereto as Exhibit 99.CERT.

 

(a)(3) Not applicable.

 

(b) Certification pursuant to Rule 30a-2(b) under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (17 CFR 270.30a-2(b)) attached hereto as Exhibit 99.906CERT.

 



 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

(registrant)

Columbia Funds Series Trust

 

 

 

 

 

By (Signature and Title)

/s/ Christopher O. Petersen

 

 

Christopher O. Petersen, President and Principal Executive Officer

 

 

 

 

 

Date

October 26, 2015

 

 

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

 

 

By (Signature and Title)

/s/ Christopher O. Petersen

 

 

Christopher O. Petersen, President and Principal Executive Officer

 

 

 

 

 

Date

October 26, 2015

 

 

 

 

 

By (Signature and Title)

/s/ Michael G. Clarke

 

 

Michael G. Clarke, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

 

 

 

 

 

Date

October 26, 2015