Unit Trusts & bonds
Unit Trust
A Unit Trust can provide a way to invest in the stock market which is lower cost and lower risk than direct investment in the stock market. Unit trusts pool funds from a large number of investors and then spread this across a range of stock market investments.
The Co-operative Investments can offer you a choice of six funds including the CIS Sustainable Trust which was the first ever green trust to top the UK All Companies sector, for the 12 months to 31st January 2007,* proving that investment can be socially responsible and profitable too.
Investment Bond
The Investment Bond, arranged by The Co-operative Investments and provided by Norwich Union, is a versatile investment product that you can tailor to meet your needs. The minimum investment is £5,000 and this should be viewed as a long-term investment.
Platinum Bond Plus
A with-profits investment that allows you to invest a lump sum with the potential for higher returns than banks and building societies over the medium to long term. The minimum initial investment is £1000, with the option to add an amount from £500 at any time.
*Source: Lipper
