2012 ISA season – Barclays expanded range of 22 funds
For the 2012 ISA season Barclays (barclays.co.uk) is offering an expanded range of 22 funds available within an ISA, all provided with 0 % initial charge and no set up costs.
Increased from 14 funds last year, the funds are available by phone for existing customers or through Barclays online platform, a secure online hub that enables investors to monitor the value and performance of their investments at a glance.
There are five ready-made portfolios, The Foundation funds, which are managed by Barclays Wealth and offer a blend of cash, bonds, shares and other investments such as property and commodities.
There is also an Investors’ Choice range of funds which is more suited to the experienced investor, and offers a selection of 17 hand-picked funds from managers including Blackrock, Fidelity and JP Morgan. The funds were selected in conjunction with a UK independent fund-research agency. Both fund ranges are designed to be held for 5-10 years.
