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Index-Linked Term Deposit

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Index-Linked Term Deposits - How to Invest in The Stock Market Without Risking Your Investment

 

What is an Index-Linked Term Deposit?

An Index-Linked Term Deposit is a term deposit that pays a rate of return based on the performance of the S&P/TSX 60 stock market index while providing 100% principal guarantee. This product is a 5-year investment with the interest payable on the maturity date. Interest earned is based on the average of the monthly closes of the S&P TSX 60 Index for the 5 years of the investment period. Since the principal is 100% guaranteed, Members can take advantage of gains in the stock market with no downside risk.

 

Who Should Consider an Index-Linked Term Deposit?

  • Members who are looking for a deposit with a principal guarantee that offers the potential for a higher return than the return paid on fixed rate deposits.
  • Members who are looking for an investment that carries no fees or commissions.
  • Members searching for a diversified investment in Canadian corporations.
  • Conservative individuals who are not willing to risk their initial investment.
  • Members who are comfortable with investing their funds for a 5-year period.

 

Who Should Not Buy an Index-Linked Term Deposit?

  • Members who are dependent upon the current income from their investments.
  • Members who may need their principal before the term of the deposit has expired.
  • The Index-Linked Term Deposit is not eligible as a RRIF, as the deposit is not redeemable prior to maturity and does not have a guaranteed rate of return. An RRSP Index-Linked Term Deposit is available for Members under 67 years of age only.

Index-Linked Term Deposit Features


· Term:                             5 years
· Principal:                       Guaranteed
· Participation Rate:        125% (used to calculate the average monthly closing value).
· Redemption:                  Only at maturity
· Minimum Investment:   $500 - RRSP
                                        $1,000 - Non-registered
· Calculation:                   Average of the S&P/TSX 60 monthly closing values
· Interest:                       Paid at maturity
· Fees:                             Investment is not subject to any fees
· Insurance:                    Principal investment is fully insured by the Deposit Insurance Corporation of Ontario (DICO) to                                         a maximum of $100,000.


Member Benefits

100% Principal Guarantee. Regardless of the performance of the S&P/TSX 60 Stock Index, the principal investment is fully guaranteed. Members will not lose any of their original investment, even in a significantly declining market.

Higher Potential Return Versus Traditional GICs. Compared with term deposit rates over the past 12 months, the historical returns of the S&P/TSX 60 Index demonstrate an earning potential that is notably greater.

Diversified Investment. The S&P/TSX 60 Index is a well-diversified portfolio made up of 60 large publicly traded Canadian companies.

Method of Calculation. Interest earned will be based on the average return of the Index for the 5 years of the investment period. The average is calculated by adding the Month-End Closing Values of the Index for 5 years (60 months) and dividing the sum by the Total Number of Months (60). This average is then over the 60 month period is then compared to the Opening Value of the Index to determine the percentage change. The averaging protects the investment from severe short-term market fluctuations.

Risks

Unlike other term deposits, there is no guaranteed return on this product. Depending on the performance of the stocks comprising the S&P/TSX 60 Index over the term, it is possible that, at maturity, the investor will receive only their principal back.

 

Historical Performance of the S&P/TSX 60 Index

 
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
Annual Rate of Return
-14.0%
25.5%
13.8%
26.29%
19.6%
11.14%
Average Five-Year Return
2.96%
7.78%
3.70%
7.36%
14.24%
19.27%

Average five-year return is based on a simple interest calculation representing the average of the five-year annual returns. Historical returns are not indicative of future performance.

How is the return calculated?

The return is calculated by adding the Month-End Closing Values of the Index and dividing the sum by the Total Number of Months. It is then compared to the Opening Value of the Index to determine the percentage change (i.e. the return earned).

Example:
If, on the start date, the Index is valued at 300, the Average Month-End Closing Value over the 5 years of the term is calculated to be 420, and the Participation Rate is 125%, then the return over the life of the investment would be:

420 - 300 x 1.25 = 0.50 or 50%
    300

The simple annual rate of return over 5 years would then be:

50% = 10%
  5

 

 

Details of Index-Link 2008 Sales Period

Index Set Date
Last Date to Purchase
First Month of Average
Last Month of Average
January 24
January 18
January 31 2008
December 31 2012
March 6
February 29
March 31 2008
February 28 2013
April 24
April 18
April 30 2008
March 31 2013
June 5
May 30
June 30 2008
May 31 2013
October 2
September 26
October 31 2008
September 30 2013
November 13
November 7
November 30 2008
October 31 2013
December 11
December 5
December 31 2008
November 30 2013
January 24 2009
January 19 2009
January 31 2009
December 31 2013
March 5 2009
February 27 2009
March 31 2009
February 28 2014

 

Click Here to see the Performance of your S&P/TSX 60 Index Linked Term Deposit.

 

 


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