Zurich launches new Equity Linked Growth Account

Zurich UK has launched the latest in its new range of Deposit Accounts. Available immediately, the Zurich Equity Linked Growth Account 8 (ZELGA 8) runs for five years and is linked to the performance of 15 of the largest stocks in the FTSE 100 Index.

Applications must be received by 3 February 2012.

Provided by Zurich Bank International, Zurich's Equity Linked Growth Account is a deposit based product that offers capital security and growth potential with returns linked to the performance of 15 companies. A coupon of 9% can be earned each year, which is locked-in and paid on maturity of the product.  The performance of each stock will determine the coupon payable.

Mark Peters, Zurich's Head of Retail Propositions, comments: "Ongoing economic volatility means challenging times for investors. Zurich's Equity Linked Growth Account 8 provides more cautious investors with an ideal vehicle for their savings, enabling them to protect their capital investment whilst, at the same time, benefiting from any growth in the FTSE Index and market recovery."

Key features of the Zurich Equity Linked Growth Account 8 include:

100% capital protected
Minimum investment is £20,000 and maximum investment is £500,000
Possibility of earning up to 9% each year
Available as a SIPP or SSAS investment
Also available via the Zurich International Portfolio Bond

For more information, visit zurich4investments.com.