Let us consider two scenarios:
Xuzen already has 12,000 units of TA GTF on 11/10/2016 and the NAV on 11/10/2016 post unit split is MYR 0.6092 per unit. Hence Xuzen's actual holding in TA GTF is MYR 12,000 x 0.6092 = MYR 7,310.40 as of 11/10/2016.
On the other hand, Ramjade do not own any TA GTF units and on the same day post unit split, that is on 11/10/2016 he bought 10,000 units of it and he has to pay 10,000 x 0.6092 = MYR 6,092.00 for his settlement.
Let us say one year later, and assuming there are no dividend declared nor any unit split or bonus units declared, that is, the NAV moves up on its own naturally. The NAV moved up 20% to MYR 0.6092 x 1.20 = MYR 0.7310
The NAV for Xuzen becomes 12,000 x 0.7310 = MYR 8,772.48. MYR 8,772.48 less MYR 7,310.40 equals to MYR 1,462.08 and this is equivalent to 20% capital gain.
Let's move on to Ramjade:
The NAV for Ramjade becomes 10,000 x 0.7310 = MYR 7,310.00. MYR 7,310.00 less MYR 6,092.00 equals to MYR 1,218.00 and this is equivalent to 20% capital gain.
Based on the above illustration, whether one holds the unit prior to unit split or whether one does not, does it make a difference or not?
Xuzen
Nope. Both gain 20%. However I still think buying now could still be cheaper if say buy next month. Of course vice versa can happen.
However, let's not derail the thread and start a war about NAV.