COSOX / Columbia Funds Series Trust II - Columbia Overseas Core Fund Class Institutional 3 - SEC Filings, Annual Report, Proxy Statement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEF 14C UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Information Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) ☒ Definitive Information Statement Columbia Funds Series Trust II (Name

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

PRE 14C UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Check the appropriate box: [X] Preliminary Information Statement [  ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) [  ] Definitive Information Statement Columbia Funds Series Trust

EXHIBIT A Columbia Acorn Trust Columbia Acorn Fund Columbia Acorn International Columbia Acorn International Select Columbia Thermostat Fund Columbia Funds Series Trust Columbia California Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund Columbia Capital Allocation

March 21, 2024 Mr. Mark Cowan U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management, Disclosure Review Office 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Template Filing Relief Request Pursuant to Rule 485(b)(1)(vii) for Columbia Acorn Trust Columbia Funds Series Trust Columbia Funds Series Trust I Columbia Funds Series Trust II (each, a Registrant and together, the Registran

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement. ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)). ☐ Definitive Proxy Sta

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210 October 27, 2023 VIA EDGAR Mr.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒       Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement. ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST I COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST I COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210 October 18, 2023 VIA EDGAR Mr.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210 December 9, 2022 VIA EDGAR Mr. Mark Cowan U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management, Disclosure Review Office 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 RE: Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Registrant) Columbia Ultra Short Duration Municipal Bond Fund Post-Effective Amendme

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Small Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 92.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Large Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 95.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 13.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 45.

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 16.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Quality Income Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 11.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia High Yield Bond Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Convertible Bonds 1.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Large Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Multi-Manager Value Strategies Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Technology and Information Fund, August 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 96.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Global Equity Fund, July 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Global Technology Fund, July 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Integrated Large Cap Value Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Pyrford International Stock Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 96.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Ultra Short Municipal Bond Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Fixed Income Funds 6.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Emerging Markets Bond Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 9.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Overseas Core Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 95.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Integrated Large Cap Growth Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Value Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Integrated Small Cap Growth Fund, May 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Value Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 19.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 19.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 19.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Builder Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 22.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Limited Duration Credit Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 91.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Minnesota Tax-Exempt Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Floating Rate Notes 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Opportunities Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 3.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Core Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Floating Rate Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Strategic Municipal Income Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Exchange-Traded Fixed Income Funds 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Growth Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Opportunities Fund, April 30, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 0.

Portfolio of Investments

NPORT-EX 2 nportpoi133.htm Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Technology and Information Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.9% Issuer Shares Value ($) Communication Services 10.5% Broadcasting 2.3% Discovery, Inc., Class C(a) 3,088,642 86,389,317 Fox Corp., Class A 3,837,500 160,

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia High Yield Bond Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Convertible Bonds 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Quality Income Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 12.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Large Cap Value Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 96.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Small Cap Value Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 20.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 93.

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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 17.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Large Cap Value Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 96.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Multi-Manager Value Strategies Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 44.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Global Technology Fund, January 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Global Equity Fund, January 31, 2022 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 3, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 3, 2022 Securities Act File No.

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. supporting the tax matters discussed in the Combined Proxy Statement/Prospectus with respect to the reorganization pursuant to Section 368(a)(1)(F) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, dated December 10, 2021 is filed electronically herewith.

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Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. supporting the tax matters discussed in the Combined Proxy Statement/Prospectus, dated January 21, 2022 is filed electronically herewith.

EX-99.(12)(A)(II) 3 d686437dex9912aii.htm OPINION AND CONSENT OF VEDDER PRICE P.C. Chicago New York Washington, DC London San Francisco Los Angeles Singapore Dallas vedderprice.com January 21, 2022 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 290 Congress Street Boston, Massachusetts 02210 BMO Funds, Inc. 790 North Water Street, Suite 1100 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 Ladies and Gentlemen: Columbia Funds Series T

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. supporting the tax matters discussed in the Combined Proxy Statement/Prospectus with respect to the reorganization pursuant to Section 368(a)(1)(F) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, dated January 21, 2022 is filed electronically herewith.

EX-99.(12)(A)(III) 4 d686437dex9912aiii.htm OPINION AND CONSENT OF VEDDER PRICE P.C. Chicago New York Washington, DC London San Francisco Los Angeles Singapore Dallas vedderprice.com January 21, 2022 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 290 Congress Street Boston, Massachusetts 02210 BMO Funds, Inc. 790 North Water Street, Suite 1100 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 Ladies and Gentlemen: Columbia Funds Series

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 3, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 3, 2022 Securities Act File No.

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. supporting the tax matters discussed in the Combined Information Proxy/Prospectus is filed electronically herewith.

January 21,2022 Columbia Funds Series Trust Columbia Funds Series Trust II 290 Congress Street 290 Congress Street Boston, Massac usetts 0221 0 Boston, Massachusetts 02210 BMO Funds, Inc.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Emerging Markets Bond Fund, November 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 8.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Value Fund, November 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Overseas Core Fund, November 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Value Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 21.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Opportunities Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 1.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Opportunities Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 21.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Growth Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Strategic Municipal Income Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Exchange-Traded Fixed Income Funds 0.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Core Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Minnesota Tax-Exempt Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Floating Rate Notes 0.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Builder Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 21.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 21.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Floating Rate Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 1.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Limited Duration Credit Fund, October 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 84.

Acquired Fund

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Acquired Fund

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

BMO FUNDS, INC. BMO Dividend Income Fund BMO Ultra Short Tax-Free Fund BMO Large-Cap Value Fund BMO Short Tax-Free Fund BMO Mid-Cap Growth Fund BMO Short-Term Income Fund BMO Small-Cap Value Fund BMO Intermediate Tax-Free Fund BMO Small-Cap Growth Fu

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425 1 d222527d425.htm COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Subject Company: BMO Funds, Inc. (SEC File No. 811-58433) COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS: BMO-RELATED MERGERS AND FUND LAUNCH UPDATE December mergers and associated fu

BMO FUNDS, INC. BMO Dividend Income Fund BMO Ultra Short Tax-Free Fund BMO Large-Cap Value Fund BMO Short Tax-Free Fund BMO Mid-Cap Growth Fund BMO Short-Term Income Fund BMO Small-Cap Value Fund BMO Intermediate Tax-Free Fund BMO Small-Cap Growth Fu

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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425 1 d222533d425.htm COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Subject Company: BMO Funds, Inc. (SEC File No. 811-58433) COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS: BMO-RELATED MERGERS AND FUND LAUNCH UPDATE December mergers and associated fu

New funds available for sale*

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

New funds available for sale*

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 42.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Quality Income Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 10.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 90.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia High Yield Bond Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Convertible Bonds 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Multi-Manager Value Strategies Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Technology and Information Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 22.

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 17.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Large Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Small Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Large Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

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Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

FOR FINANCIAL PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY 115 S LaSalle St. 11th Floor Chicago, IL 60603 PRODUCT ALERT BMO Funds - Reorganizations October 8, 2021

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Opinion and consent of Ropes & Gray LLP as to the legality of the securities being registered is filed electronically herewith.

ROPES & GRAY LLP PRUDENTIAL TOWER 800 BOYLSTON STREET BOSTON, MA 02199-3600 WWW.ROPESGRAY.COM October 5, 2021 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02110 Re: Registration Statement on Form N-14 Ladies and Gentlemen: We are counsel to Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the ?Trust?) and each of the series thereof set forth as a ?Buying Fund? on Schedule A hereto (each a ?Buying

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (C Reorganization) is filed electronically herewith.

Exhibit 4(a) — C Reorganization Agreement and Plan of Reorganization THIS AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION dated as of [●], 2021 (the “Agreement”), is by and among the Target Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is a Target Fund, as defined below, the Acquiring Company, as defined below, on behalf of the Acquiring Fund, as defined below, and, for purposes of paragraphs 6.

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Target Fund (KPMG LLP) is filed electronically herewith.

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the use of our report dated October 27, 2020, with respect to the financial statements and financial highlights of BMO Dividend Income Fund, BMO Large-Cap Value Fund, BMO Low Volatility Equity Fund, BMO Large-Cap Growth Fund, BMO Small-Cap Growth Fund, BMO Pyrford International Stock Fund, and BMO Ultra Short Tax-Free Fund, each a series of BMO Funds, Inc.

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (F Reorganization) is filed electronically herewith.

EX-99.(4)(B) 3 d208595dex994b.htm AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION (F REORGANIZATION) Exhibit 4(b) — F Reorganization Agreement and Plan of Reorganization THIS AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION dated as of [●], 2021 (the “Agreement”), is by and among the Target Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is a Target Fund, as defined below, the Acquiring Company, as defin

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 6, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 6, 2021 Securities Act File No.

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(b) Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Target Fund (KPMG LLP) is filed electronically herewith.

Exhibit 14(b) Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the use of our report dated October 27, 2020, with respect to the financial statements and financial highlights of BMO LGM Emerging Markets Equity Fund, BMO Mid-Cap Growth Fund, BMO Core Plus Bond Fund, BMO Corporate Income Fund, BMO Intermediate Tax-Free Fund, and BMO Strategic Income Fund, each a series of BMO Funds, Inc.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 30, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 30, 2021 Securities Act File No.

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization is filed electronically herewith.

Exhibit (4) Agreement and Plan of Reorganization THIS AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION dated as of [?], 2021 (the ?Agreement?), is by and among the Target Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is a Target Fund, as defined below, each Acquiring Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is an Acquiring Fund, as defined below, and, for purposes of paragraphs 6.

(a) Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Acquiring Fund (PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP) is filed electronically herewith.

Exhibit 14(a) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Columbia Funds Series Trust and Columbia Funds Series Trust II of our report dated March 24, 2021, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights, which appear in the Annual Report on Form N-CSR of the funds indicated in Appendix A for the year ended January 31, 2021.

Opinion and consent of Ropes & Gray LLP as to the legality of the securities being registered is filed electronically herewith.

EX-99.(11) 3 d206073dex9911.htm OPINION AND CONSENT OF ROPES & GRAY LLP Exhibit (11) ROPES & GRAY LLP PRUDENTIAL TOWER 800 BOYLSTON STREET BOSTON, MA 02199-3600 WWW.ROPESGRAY.COM September 30, 2021 Columbia Funds Series Trust 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210 Re: Registration Statement on Form N-14 Ladies and Gentlemen: We are

A. Comments Applicable to All Registration Statements1

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm Chicago New York Washington, DC London San Francisco Los Angeles Singapore Dallas vedderprice.com Deborah Bielicke Eades Shareholder +1 312 609 7661 [email protected] October 1, 2021 Mr. Mark Cowan Senior Counsel U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management Disclosure Review Office 100 F Street NE Washington DC 20549 Re: Columbia Funds Seri

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Global Equity Fund, July 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Global Technology Fund, July 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210 September 7, 2021 VIA EDGAR Mr.

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization is filed electronically herewith.

EX-99.(4) 2 d197766dex994.htm AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION Exhibit (4) Agreement and Plan of Reorganization THIS AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION dated as of [●], 2021 (the “Agreement”), is by and among the Target Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is a Target Fund, as defined below, each Acquiring Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series

Executed by Daniel J. Beckman on behalf of each of the Trustees pursuant to a Power of Attorney is incorporated by reference to the Registration Statement of the Registrant on Form N-14, filed with the Commission on August 19, 2021.

EX-99.(16) 5 d197789dex9916.htm POWERS OF ATTORNEY POWER OF ATTORNEY Each of the undersigned constitutes and appoints Michael G. Clarke, Daniel J. Beckman, Michael E. DeFao, Ryan C. Larrenaga, Joseph D’Alessandro, Megan E. Garcy, Brian D. McCabe, George M. Silfen and Bruce Rosenblum, each individually, as his or her true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent (each an “Attorney-in-Fact”), with full

222 North LaSalle Street | Chicago, Illinois 60601 | T +1 312 609 7500 | F +1 312 609 5005 Vedder Price P.C. is affiliated with Vedder Price LLP, which operates in England and Wales, Vedder Price (CA), LLP, which operates in California, and Vedder Pr

August 19, 2021 Chicago New York Washington, DC London San Francisco Los Angeles Singapore Dallas vedderprice.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 19, 2021

Columbia Funds Series Trust II Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 19, 2021 Securities Act File No.

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CORRESP 20 filename20.htm Chicago New York Washington, DC London San Francisco Los Angeles Singapore Dallas vedderprice.com August 19, 2021 Deborah Bielicke Eades Shareholder +1 312 609 7661 [email protected] VIA EDGAR TRANSMISSION U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the “Registrant”) File No. 811-21852 To the Commi

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (F Reorganization) is filed electronically herewith.

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization THIS AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION dated as of [?], 2021 (the ?Agreement?), is by and among the Target Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is a Target Fund, as defined below, the Acquiring Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is an Acquiring Fund, as defined below, and, for purposes of paragraphs 6.

(a) Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Acquiring Fund (PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP) is filed electronically herewith.

EX-99.(14)(A) 3 d197766dex9914a.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Exhibit 14(a) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Columbia Funds Series Trust and Columbia Funds Series Trust II of our report dated March 24, 2021, relating to the financial statements a

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Target Fund (KPMG LLP) is filed electronically herewith.

EX-99.(14) 4 d197789dex9914.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF TARGET FUND) Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the use of our report dated October 27, 2020, with respect to the financial statements and financial highlights of BMO Dividend Income Fund, BMO Large-Cap Value Fund, BMO Low Volatility Equity Fund, BMO Large-Cap Growth Fund

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 19, 2021

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 19, 2021 Securities Act File No.

(b) Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Target Fund (KPMG LLP) is filed electronically herewith.

Exhibit 14(b) Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the use of our report dated October 27, 2020, with respect to the financial statements and financial highlights of BMO Aggressive Allocation Fund, BMO Growth Allocation Fund, BMO Balanced Allocation Fund, BMO Conservative Allocation Fund, and BMO Moderate Allocation Fund, each a series of BMO Funds, Inc.

Trustees’ Power of Attorney to sign this Registration Statement and all amendments hereto is incorporated by reference to Registration Statement No. 333-258929 of the Registrant on Form N-14 (Exhibit (16)) filed on August 19, 2021.

Exhibit (16) POWER OF ATTORNEY Each of the undersigned constitutes and appoints Michael G.

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (C Reorganization) is filed electronically herewith.

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization THIS AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION dated as of [•], 2021 (the “Agreement”), is by and among the Target Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is a Target Fund, as defined below, the Acquiring Company, as defined below, on behalf of the Acquiring Fund, as defined below, and, for purposes of paragraphs 6.

BMO FUNDS, INC. Supplement dated August 17, 2021 to the Prospectuses, Summary Prospectuses, and Statements of Additional Information each dated December 29, 2020, as supplemented

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

BMO FUNDS, INC. Supplement dated August 17, 2021 to the Prospectuses, Summary Prospectuses, and Statements of Additional Information each dated December 29, 2020, as supplemented

425 1 d215941d425.htm COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Subject Company: BMO Funds, Inc. (SEC File No. 811-58433) BMO FUNDS, INC. Supplement dated August 17, 2021 to the Prospectuses, Summary Prospectuses, and Statements of Ad

Columbia Funds Series Trust II 290 Congress Street Boston, MA 02210

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Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Value Fund (formerly Columbia Global Equity Value Fund), May 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Emerging Markets Bond Fund, May 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 9.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Overseas Core Fund, May 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Columbia Funds Series Trust II 225 Franklin Street Boston, MA 02110

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Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 20.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 20.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Core Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Growth Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Strategic Municipal Income Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Exchange-Traded Fixed Income Funds 0.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Floating Rate Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 1.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Builder Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 24.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Minnesota Tax-Exempt Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Floating Rate Notes 1.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Limited Duration Credit Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 87.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Opportunities Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Opportunities Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 0.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Value Fund, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 20.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Multi-Manager Value Strategies Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Small Cap Value Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 92.

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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Money Market Funds 101.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Large Cap Value Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 94.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 21.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Large Cap Value Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 40.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Quality Income Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 11.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Communications and Information Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia High Yield Bond Fund, February 28, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Convertible Bonds 0.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Global Technology Fund, January 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Global Equity Fund, January 31, 2021 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Floating Rate Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 2.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Floating Rate Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 1.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Overseas Core Fund, November 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Emerging Markets Bond Fund, November 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 11.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Equity Value Fund, November 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Minnesota Tax-Exempt Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Floating Rate Notes 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Strategic Municipal Income Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Exchange-Traded Fixed Income Funds 0.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Floating Rate Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 2.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Limited Duration Credit Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 82.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Opportunities Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Growth Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 4.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Core Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 4.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Value Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Opportunities Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 65.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 4.

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Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Builder Fund, October 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 24.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Multi-Manager Value Strategies Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Communications and Information Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia High Yield Bond Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 93.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Large Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

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Columbia Funds Series Trust II UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Large Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 39.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Small Cap Value Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Quality Income Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 13.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 24.

- COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

Columbia Funds Series Trust II UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 89.

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund, August 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Money Market Funds 91.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Global Equity Fund, July 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Global Technology Fund, July 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 100.

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. supporting the tax matters discussed in the Combined Proxy Statement/Prospectus regarding the reorganization of the Columbia Global Energy and Natural Resources Fund into the Columbia Global Equity Value Fund is filed herewith.

EX-99.(12)(B) 3 d69974dex9912b.htm OPINION AND CONSENT OF VEDDER PRICE P.C. August 7, 2020 Columbia Funds Series Trust I 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Re: Reorganization of Columbia Global Energy and Natural Resources Fund into Columbia Global Equity Value Fund Ladies and Gentlemen: You have requested

- COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 27, 2020. Securities Act File No. 333-236646 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Pre-Effective Amendment No. ☐ Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 ☒ COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 225 Frankli

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. supporting the tax matters discussed in the Combined Information Statement/Prospectus is filed herewith.

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. July 10, 2020 Columbia Funds Series Trust 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Columbia Funds Series Trust I 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Ladies and Gentlemen: Columbia Funds Series Trust, a Delaware statutory trust, Columbia Funds Series Trust I, a

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. supporting the tax matters discussed in the Combined Proxy Statement/Prospectus regarding the reorganization of the Columbia Global Infrastructure Fund into the Columbia Global Equity Value Fund is filed herewith.

Opinion and consent of Vedder Price P.C. July 10, 2020 Columbia Funds Series Trust 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Columbia Funds Series Trust I 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 225 Franklin Street Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Ladies and Gentlemen: Columbia Funds Series Trust, a Delaware statutory trust, Columbia Funds Series Trust I, a

- COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 27, 2020.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Equity Value Fund, May 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Overseas Core Fund, May 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 96.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Emerging Markets Bond Fund, May 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 9.

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COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II 225 Franklin Street Boston, MA 02110 July 7, 2020 VIA EDGAR Mr.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Value Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Limited Duration Credit Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 94.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Growth Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 4.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 4.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Opportunities Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Floating Rate Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 1.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Minnesota Tax-Exempt Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Floating Rate Notes 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Capital Allocation Conservative Portfolio, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 4.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Disciplined Core Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Income Builder Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Equity Funds 26.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Opportunities Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Alternative Strategies Funds 0.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Strategic Municipal Income Fund, April 30, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Exchange-Traded Fixed Income Funds 0.

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CORRESP 1 filename1.htm Columbia Funds Series Trust Columbia Funds Series Trust I Columbia Funds Series Trust II Columbia Funds Variable Series Trust II 225 Franklin Street Boston, MA 02110 June 5, 2020 Mr. Jason P. Fox U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549-4720 Re: Responses to SEC review of, and comments with respect to, N-CSR filings for Columbia Funds

Merger Prospectus - COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

Columbia Funds Series Trust II Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Merger Prospectus - COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

Columbia Funds Series Trust II Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Merger Prospectus - COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST

Columbia Funds Series Trust Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Merger Prospectus - COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

Columbia Funds Series Trust II Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Small/Mid Cap Value Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 95.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 40.

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Treasury Bills 92.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia High Yield Bond Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Corporate Bonds & Notes 93.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Large Cap Value Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Large Cap Value Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 24.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 89.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Multi-Manager Value Strategies Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Small Cap Value Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 99.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Quality Income Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 14.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Communications and Information Fund, February 29, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 98.

IGLGX / Columbia Select Global Equity Fund N-14/A - - COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

Columbia Funds Series Trust II Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 13, 2020 Securities Act File No.

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP), dated April 13, 2020, is incorporated by reference to Pre-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Registration Statement No. 333-236646 of the Registrant on Form N-14 (Exhibit (14)), filed on April 14, 2020.

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Columbia Funds Series Trust, Columbia Funds Series Trust I and Columbia Funds Series Trust II of our reports dated as listed in the table below, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights, which appear in the Annual Reports on Form N-CSR of the funds indicated in Appendix A for the years ended as listed in the table below.

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CORRESP 1 filename1.htm April 14, 2020 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Columbia Funds Series Trust II Registration Statement on Form N-14 (File No. 333-236646) Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to Rule 461 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, the undersigned hereby requests that the effective da

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April 8, 2020 Mr. Mark Cowan Senior Counsel U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management Disclosure Review Office 100 F Street NE Washington DC 20549 Chicago New York Washington, DC London San Francisco Los Angeles Singapore vedderprice.com Deborah Bielicke Eades Shareholder +1 312 609 7661 [email protected] Re: Columbia Funds Series Trust (File No. 333-236644), C

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Contrarian Asia Pacific Fund, January 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 95.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Seligman Global Technology Fund, January 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

CIOYX / Columbia Income Opportunities Y DEL AM - - COLUMBIA FUNDS SERIES TRUST II

March 26, 2020 VIA EDGAR TRANSMISSION Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Global Infrastructure Fund, January 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 96.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Contrarian Europe Fund, January 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 96.

Portfolio of Investments

Portfolio of Investments Columbia Select Global Equity Fund, January 31, 2020 (Unaudited) (Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets) Investments in securities Common Stocks 97.

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March 26, 2020 Mr. Mark Cowan Senior Counsel U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management Disclosure Review Office 100 F Street NE Washington DC 20549 Chicago New York Washington, DC London San Francisco Los Angeles Singapore vedderprice.com Deborah Bielicke Eades Shareholder +1 312 609 7661 [email protected] Re: Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the "Registrant") F

Supplement dated March 1, 2020 to the Prospectus and Summary Prospectus of the following fund:

Filing by Columbia Funds Series Trust II pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, and deemed filed under Rule 14a-12(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

Exhibit 14 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Columbia Funds Series Trust, Columbia Funds Series Trust I and Columbia Funds Series Trust II of our reports dated as listed in the table below, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights, which appear in the Annual Reports on Form N-CSR of the funds indicated in Appendix A for the years ended as listed in the table below.

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization, dated February 20, 2020

Exhibit 4 Agreement and Plan of Reorganization THIS AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION dated as of February 20, 2020 (the ?Agreement?), is by and among each Target Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is a Target Fund, as defined below, each Acquiring Company, as defined below, on behalf of each of its series that is an Acquiring Fund, as defined below, and, for purposes of paragraphs 5.

Opinion and consent of Seward & Kissel LLP dated February 25, 2020 as to the legality of the securities being registered is incorporated by reference to Registration Statement No. 333-236646 of the Registrant on Form N-14, filed on February 26, 2020.

Exhibit 11 February 25, 2020 Columbia Funds Series Trust II 225 Franklin Street Boston, MA 02110 Re: Registration Statement on Form N-14 Ladies and Gentlemen: We are counsel to Columbia Funds Series Trust II, a Massachusetts business trust (the ?Trust?).