Barclays Stockbrokers launches supertracker offering exposure to FTSE 100 Index

For those investors seeking to take advantage of the current market valuations, but who are nervous that there will continue to be significant market volatility Barclays Stockbrokers today announces the launch of a new Investment Note; the FTSE 100 Protected Supertracker Investment Note is designed specifically for current market conditions. The note is a five year growth investment linked to the performance of the FTSE 100, and offers full repayment of capital at maturity.

The FTSE 100 Protected Supertracker Investment Note is structured to allow investors to enhance their returns in the current uncertain markets. Investors will receive four times the growth in the FTSE 100 index over the term of the investment up to a maximum return of 50%. So, a relatively small amount of growth is required to secure an attractive return - for example, if at maturity the FTSE 100 has risen by 12.5% investors will receive a 50% return.

Investors can put as little as £500 into the Note and, after launch, can trade daily through Barclays Stockbrokers. The product is available to invest through a MarketMaster, Investment ISA and SIPP account.

The flexible nature of Investment Notes means that an investor may choose to receive the capital protection offered by holding the Note to maturity or can sell the note before maturity to capitalise on any shorter term gains that materialise. However, if sold before maturity an investor may get back less than they invested.

2008-10-17 13:49:02 © Moneyextra.com

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