Fixed term deposit
Fixed term deposit accounts offer the ability to set a rate of
interest for a defined period. They can be one of the lowest risk,
yet most useful elements of a well-structured private banking
and/or investment portfolio. At any time during its term, you
know exactly how much interest you are earning on your deposit
account and when your capital will be repaid.
Account operation
Fixed term deposit accounts can normally be arranged for any
period, from one month to one year, with interest calculated daily
and credited upon maturity. Deposits longer than this may be made
by arrangement. For Isle of Man and Jersey office accountholders
only: all interest is credited gross without the deduction of any
income tax.
A choice of currencies
Fixed term deposit accounts can be opened in any major
currency to match or complement your Focus current account,
including sterling, US dollars and euro. The minimum opening
deposit is dependent upon the currency of the account; for the
leading world currencies this is £50,000, €75,000 or
US$75,000.
Repayment of funds
At maturity we will automatically reinvest your monies for a
similar period, on terms available at that time. Alternatively,
upon request, we will repay the funds to your Focus current account
in the currency of your choice.
Competitive interest rates
Our fixed term deposit accounts pay a competitive rate of
interest. Indicative
interest rates are
available to view online.