A with-profits investment pools your money with that of other investors. It is then invested across a range of assets such as:
The aim is to grow your investment gradually while protecting it from short-term market fluctuations.
Instead of directly receiving dividends, rental income, or capital growth from the underlying investments, With-Profits investors benefit from a system of bonuses that are added to the value of the plan over time.
This is added to your plan each year (or sometimes more frequently, depending on the product), reflecting the fund’s performance and market conditions.
Our regular bonuses are set by our directors after careful analysis and actuarial advice. We aim to offer consistent returns while maintaining the financial strength of the fund.
This may be added when you cash in your plan — for example at retirement, on death, or when switching to another fund. It reflects any additional growth not already included in regular bonuses.