All investment involves risk and you could lose some or all of the money you invest.
It is imperative that you read the plan brochure and terms and conditions and understand all of the risks involved, which are outlined on page 12 and 13 of the brochure, prior to proceeding. If you do not fully understand the risks, the commitment or you are unsure as to the suitability of the investment for you, you should not proceed but instead contact us for advice.
The closing level of the Index on 29 July 2019.
The closing level of the Index on 29 July 2027. However, this plan matured early on 29 July 2021.
| Cash ISA | Equity ISA | Direct | ISA Transfer | SIPP ** | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Contribution* | N/A | £3,000 | £3,000 | £3,000 | £3,000 |
*Note that minimum contributions exclude any applicable adviser charges
**The investment may also be available through third party SIPP Providers
The product literature states that under current legislation any gain achieved by this investment at redemption will be subject to Capital Gains Tax rules applicable at that time.
Please note, tax rules and legislation are subject to change at any time.
Barrier Level: 40%
Downside: 1:1
Capital at Risk Barrier Type: End of Term only
If the investment fails to produce a gain, it still aims to return investors' capital in full, unless the Final Index Level is more than 40% below its initial level. If such a stock market fall occurs, investors will suffer a reduction to their invested capital of 1% for every 1% the Final Index Level is below its Initial Index Level.
Unless stated otherwise charges do not affect the amount being invested as they have been taken into account in the terms of the investment. So, for every £100 invested, the return, provided the investment is held until maturity, should be £100, plus or minus the gain or loss in accordance with the defined terms. Separate fees may be payable to your adviser, platform or stockbroker for arranging this investment.
The initial charge incorporated in the terms of the investment: Approximately 3% of the original investment.
If surrendered early, the value will be dependent on a number of factors and may be less than the original amount invested.
| Event | Outcome | |
|---|---|---|
| Investec Bank Plc default | = | Return of any capital subject to insolvency proceedings - potential total loss |
| If not | ||
| If on any semi-annual observation date from year 2 onwards the FTSE 100 Index closes at or above 92% of its Initial Index Level | = | Return of invested capital plus a 3.5% gain for each six-month period the plan has been in force (7% annually) |
| If not | ||
| If at the end of the term the Index is more than 8%, but no more than 40% lower | = | Return of invested capital only |
| If not | ||
| As the index is more than 40% below the Initial Index Level | = | Invested capital is reduced in line with the fall in the index at maturity on a 1% for 1% basis |
Our opinion has been reached following an assessment of this and other current plans available at the time of publishing and on balance, this is one of our 'Preferred' plans. Please note, however, plans may lose their 'Preferred' status if an alternative plan becomes available which, in our opinion, has more attractive terms.
It must be appreciated that it is very possible that none of the investments featured on this site are suitable for you and so the 'Preferred' status or lack of it should not be construed as advice or a recommendation to invest. You should always ensure that you read the product literature carefully to satisfy yourself as to the terms and the risks of any investment before proceeding.
This investment was conceived and developed with input from Lowes Financial Management. We feel that the 7% potential coupon, payable from the second anniversary and then every six month onwards, even in moderately bearish market conditions where the FTSE 100 index falls by up to 8%, coupled with the extended maximum term of eight years providing increased opportunities for the investment to successfully generate positive returns, makes this a compelling investment proposition. On balance, we feel that this is a potentially appropriate investment for use in a diversified portfolio, for those who understand and accept the risks.
Disclosure of Interests:
Lowes has provided input into the concept, development, promotion and distribution of this Plan. The provider’s charges/fees are built into the terms of the investment - Lowes has a commercial interest in the Plan as a result of its involvement in its development and promotion. All Plan returns are stated after allowing for the provider’s charges/fees. Where Lowes is involved in advice on or the intermediation of this investment to retail clients, it will not be paid any fee from Investec for its input. The aim of developing Plans in co-operation with providers, with Lowes input, is that they should be amongst the best available in the market – and, as such, be granted ‘Preferred’ status, on their merits. Lowes has robust systems and controls in place to ensure that it manages any actual or potential conflicts of interests in its activities.
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We would welcome the opportunity to talk to you about your investment needs. This web site is operated by Lowes Financial Management Ltd who have been Independent Financial Advisers since 1971. If you have any doubts about the suitability of an investment for you, and would like to speak to an adviser from Lowes Financial Management, please call 0191 281 8811.
Given that there is no commission built into the terms of this plan there will be no cash-back available. Where no advice has been sought or given we charge a fee for acting as intermediary for all investments, which is 1.65% of the amount invested. Please note that minimum investment limits exclude any applicable fees.