We all know that bank accounts are currently offering very low rates of interest, but also that investing in equity markets means taking a risk with your money, especially in these troubled times. Stock markets globally have fallen significantly in value over the past few months, so this could be a good time to invest. Understandably however, many people are nervous about further volatility and are reluctant to risk what they have worked hard to save.
For investors who want to avoid risk, options have always been limited, but there is now an alternative where you can invest without risk to your capital.
A UK authorised investment company has a limited offer single premium plan that offers a capital guarantee together with growth in the FTSE 100 Index over either a three or five year period. It provides a way of protecting your money, with an excellent opportunity for growth. This offer is only available in Sterling and the investment is held in the Channel Islands, a secure UK offshore financial haven. The minimum investment is just £5,000.
The plans have set terms, so you invest a lump sum with the intention to leave it untouched for a three or five year period. It is possible to encash sooner if you really need to, although penalties would apply, so it is not recommended for shorter periods.
At the fixed maturity date, you receive your capital (subject to chosen guarantee level) plus a percentage increase in the FTSE 100 Index. You choose the level of capital guarantee that suits you, from 85% to 100% and the amount of risk you take determines the level of the increase in the Index that is returned to you at maturity. Even in the worst case scenario, if the Index fell or failed to increase, you will get back your capital subject to your chosen guarantee level.
As an example, over a five year period, you could choose to protect 100% of the amount invested, you would benefit from 75% of the growth of the FTSE 100 Index, plus the return of your original investment. A guarantee of 95% would return 105% of the Index growth and a lower protection threshold of 85% would provide growth of 165% of the increase in the FTSE 100 Index. The higher the increase in the Index, the bigger the growth on your investment. You simply pick the level of protection that you require or are most comfortable with.
Your investment is not subject to any charges and interest of 2% pa is paid from the date of subscription until the plan goes live. The counterparty guarantee is provided by Brclays Bank and the investment is held in Guernsey, a highly regulated offshore jurisdiction.
This is a limited offer, only available until 20th November, so please contact me by return if you are interested in this low risk investment opportunity and would like further information.
keren@holbornassets.com
