Global 100 Index Trust.

Why invest in the Global 100 Index Trust?

• Gain exposure to the top 100 multi-national blue-chip companies in the global market.
• Invest in companies including healthcare, financial services, telecommunications and manufacturing.
• Provides you with exposure to the global stock markets without the risks of individual stock selection.
• Invest up to £11,280 tax-efficiently in an ISA or an unlimited amount in a unit trust.
• Minimum investment: £500 as a lump sum, or £50 a month.
• No initial charge or withdrawal fee.
• You can top-up your investment at any time.
• Long-term growth potential.

Charges

*as at 31 December 2011

Fund Performance

Source:Lipper. The graph above shows the annual performance of the fund over five years as at 31 December 2011. They take into account the annual management charge and extra expenses, and assume net income is reinvested.

*Source: Lipper. The table above shows the annual performance of the fund over five years as at 31 March 2012. They take into account the annual management charge and extra expenses, and assume net income is reinvested.
**Source: Lipper. Assumes an investment of £10,000 on 31 March 2007. The value shows cumulative growth for each year over a five year period and includes the initial investment. The figures take into account the annual management charge and extra expenses and assume net income is reinvested. 

Past performance is not a guide to future performance.

Where the fund invests

*as at 31 December 2011

Before you Apply

• Please remember the value of your investment and any income from it may fall as well as rise and is not guaranteed.
• You may get back less than you invest.
• Although there is no fixed term you should consider ISA and unit trust investments to be medium to long term, ideally five years or more.
• The tax efficiency of ISAs is based on current rules. The current tax situation may not be maintained. The benefit of the tax treatment depends on individual circumstances.
• The fund invests overseas. Changes in exchange rates between currencies may cause the value of your investment and the level of any income to rise or fall.
• Each trust has its own individual risks. More details about the fund specific risks can be found in the 'Key Investor Information' document. More general information can be found in 'Additional Fund Information' and 'A Guide to Investing with Us'. Before you decide to invest you must read these documents.