US Index Trust.

Why invest in the US Index Trust?

• Gain exposure to a wide range of US stocks without the risk of individual stock selection.
• The fund invests in a range of sectors including software, telecommunication, healthcare, financial services and manufacturing. 
• 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.
• This fund invests overseas. Changes in exchange rates between currencies may cause the value of your investment and the level of any income to rise and 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.

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