The Growth Potential of an Equity with a Guaranteed Minimum Return
The Canadian Utilities MarketSmart GIC delivers the best of both worlds — the security of a GIC and a guaranteed minimum return with a potential for a higher return tied to the performance of a Canadian Utilities Index. This is ideal if you need the growth potential of equity but want to preserve your principal.
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This GIC may be an appropriate choice if you:
- Want a guaranteed minimum return, with the potential for a higher rate of return
- Want peace of mind knowing you’ll get 100% of your principal back as well as a guaranteed minimum rate of return
- Want the simplicity of principal protection and growth in one solution
- Will not need regular income from this investment
Key Features
- Minimum Investment: $1,000
- Terms: 2, 3 and 5 years
- Return: Variable return is linked to the performance of the S&P/TSX Capped Utilities Index
- Interest Payment Options: Return paid at maturity
- Access to Funds: No
- CDIC Eligible: Yes
Benefits
Higher Return Potential
You’ll participate in the returns of an important sub-sector of the Canadian stock market while your principal is 100% protected.
Peace of Mind
Your original investment is 100% guaranteed at maturity.
Simplicity
You’ll have principal protection and growth potential in one solution.
Guaranteed Minimum Return
You’ll receive at least the minimum rate of return with the potential to receive significant additional upside to a maximum rate of return.
Additional Information
For more information such as how the return is calculated or to invest in a Canadian Utilities MarketSmart GIC, refer to:
Interest Rates
Rates for 04 December 2023
RBC Canadian Utilities MarketSmart GIC
Term to Maturity | Minimum Return† [%] | Maximum Return† [%] |
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2 years | 5.50 | 17.50 |
3 years | 10.00 | 25.00 |
5 years | 17.00 | 35.00 |