Income Fund Selection

Oliver Roylance-Smith
"Our income fund selection is based on extensive research from independent research company OBSR. They use a diversified research approach, which includes strength of investment process, clearly defined investment objectives and past performance. We have broken down their income selections into Equity funds, Bond funds and Managed funds, in order to help you find your choices easily. All of the funds are available at 0.00% initial charge. If you're ready to invest, then apply online or request an application pack by post."
Oliver Roylance-Smith , head of Savings & Investments
Select Income Funds
Fund ManagerFundFund Manager Initial Charge¹Your SavingSaving On ISA²AMC³Income Yield*Select Fund°Fact SheetApply Now
Newton Higher Income0%4.00%£4271.50% 1.30%7.02%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. The objective of the Fund is to achieve increasing distributions on a calendar year basis with long term capital growth. The Fund may also invest in collective investment schemes. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Invesco Perpetual Monthly Income Plus0%5%£5341.25% 1.05%7.01%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Monthly. Popular income fund that aims to achieve a high level of income whilst seeking to maximise total return through investing in high yielding corporate and Government bonds, together with UK equities. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Invesco Perpetual Distribution0%5%£5341.38% 1.18%6.70%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Monthly. Invesco Perpetual Distribution offers a balance between both income and capital growth through investment in UK based equities and fixed interest securities. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Henderson Strategic Bond0%4%£4271.25% 1.15%5.90%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. Investing in higher yielding assets which will include most types of fixed interest securities, this fund aims to deliver a quarterly income to investors. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Strategic Bond 0%4.50%£4801.25% 1.15%4.42%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. The primary investment objective is to maximise total return (income plus capital ) by investing in global debt instruments,denominated in any currency, ranging from AAA Government Bonds through to high yield and emerging market corporate bonds. At least 50% of the fund will be invested in sterling and other currency denominated bonds hedged back to sterling. See latest fund factsheet for details.

¹The Initial Charge after 100% of the Fair Investment Company Charge has been rebated as well as any fund manager discounts we can pass on to you if applicable.

²Based on 2011/12 ISA allowance of £10,680.

³AMC is the Annual Management Charge applied by the Fund Manager. By using our Fund Supermarket we can rebate up to 0.20% of the AMC back to you. This rebate is paid into a cash account which is set up for you when you first invest.

°Select Fund - Has a OBSR A Star Rating or more and a 100% initial charge discount.

 

Bonds: To provide the potential for overall returns these funds invest in bonds, also known as fixed interest securities. This is achieved by receiving regular interest on loans to companies or governments. There is a chance the bond issuer could fall into financial difficulty and will not be able to pay the interest or the loan back, which could result in a fall in your investment returns. Bonds can also be sensitive to trends in interest rate movements and if interest rates go up, the returns on your investment are likely to fall as bonds can become less attractive. On the other hand, if interest rates fall, bonds are likely to become more attractive and your investment returns increase.

Select Income Funds - High Yield Bonds
Fund ManagerFundFund Manager Initial Charge¹Your SavingSaving On ISA²AMC³Income Yield*Select Fund°Fact SheetApply Now
Aberdeen High Yield Bond0%4.25%£4531.50% 1.30%9.00%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Monthly. Attractive level of income with the opportunity for some long-term capital return by investing in non-investment grade debt and debt related securities issued by companies, governments, government related bodies and supranational institutions domiciled or active in the UK or Europe. See latest fund factsheet for details.
High Yield Bond 0%3.75%£4001.25% 1.15%7.70%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Monthly. Principally invests in higher risk UK and international fixed interest securities to achieve a high level of income which is paid on a monthly basis. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Standard Life Investments Higher Income0%4.00%£4271.00% 0.90%6.54%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. Fund aims to provide a significantly higher level of income than that available on gilts by investing mainly in Sterling and Euro denominated sub investment grade corporate bonds. See latest fund factsheet for details.
High Yield Bond0%4.50%£4801.00% 0.90%7.54%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Monthly. The primary investment objective is to maximise total return(income plus capital) by investing in a portfolio of predominately high yield bonds, selected investment grade bonds and cash. The fund may hold sterling and other currency denominated bonds hedged back to sterling. The fund may also invest in deposits, money market instruments, derivative instruments and forward transactions. See latest fund factsheet for details.
M&G High Yield Corporate Bond 0%3.00%£3201.25% 1.15%6.19%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Monthly.The fund is designed to maximise total return while generating a high income. The fund invests in high yielding bonds with a minimum in sub investment grade issues. See latest fund factsheet for details.

*Current Income Yields are Gross, Variable and Not Guaranteed as at 28/02/12 - See Fund Factsheet for details.

¹The Initial Charge after 100% of the Fair Investment Company Charge has been rebated as well as any fund manager discounts we can pass on to you if applicable.

²Based on 2011/12 ISA allowance of £10,680 when you invest through Fair Investment Company.

³AMC is the Annual Management Charge applied by the Fund Manager. By using our Fund Supermarket we can rebate up to 0.20% of the AMC back to you. This rebate is paid into a cash account which is set up for you when you first invest.

°Select Fund - Has a OBSR A Star Rating or more and a 100% initial charge discount.

 

High Yield Bonds: These funds invests in riskier bonds, known as sub-investment grade bonds. These bonds pay higher interest rates, to try to provide more attractive income returns. To achieve this, greater risk is taken as the companies are more likely to miss payments or not repay the loan, resulting in the returns on your investment falling.

Select Income Funds - Strategic Bonds
Fund ManagerFundFund Manager Initial Charge¹Your SavingSaving On ISA²AMC³Income Yield*Select Fund°Fact SheetApply Now
Invesco Perpetual Monthly Income Plus0%5%£5341.25% 1.05%7.01%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Monthly. Popular income fund that aims to achieve a high level of income whilst seeking to maximise total return through investing in high yielding corporate and Government bonds, together with UK equities. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Dynamic Bond Trust0%3.00%£3201.25% 1.15%5.30%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. The fund aims to generate an attractive return from fixed income markets investing in investment grade bonds, high yield, gilts and cash and uses derivatives extensively to manage the fund's position and risk profile. See latest fund factsheet for details.
M&G Optimal Income0%4.00%£4271.25% 1.15%4.67%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Twice Yearly.The fund aims to provide a total return to investors based on exposure to optimal income streams in investment markets. The fund invests across a broad range of fixed income assets according to where the fund manager identifies value. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Strategic Bond 0%4.50%£4801.25% 1.15%4.42%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. The primary investment objective is to maximise total return (income plus capital ) by investing in global debt instruments,denominated in any currency, ranging from AAA Government Bonds through to high yield and emerging market corporate bonds. At least 50% of the fund will be invested in sterling and other currency denominated bonds hedged back to sterling. See latest fund factsheet for details.
Strategic Bond0%3.50%£3731.00% 0.90%4.36%yesFactsheetMore Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. To maximise returns by investing primarily in a global portfolio of fixed and floating rate debt securities. The fund manager aims to outperform cash by an average of 3% pa (net) over the market cycle by investing dynamically across the fixed income sector. See latest fund factsheet for details.

*Current Income Yields are Gross, Variable and Not Guaranteed as at 28/02/12 - See Fund Factsheet for details.

¹The Initial Charge after 100% of the Fair Investment Company Charge has been rebated as well as any fund manager discounts we can pass on to you if applicable.

²Based on 2011/12 ISA allowance of £10,680 when you invest through Fair Investment Company.

³AMC is the Annual Management Charge applied by the Fund Manager. By using our Fund Supermarket we can rebate up to 0.20% of the AMC back to you. This rebate is paid into a cash account which is set up for you when you first invest.

°Select Fund - Has a OBSR A Star Rating or more and a 100% initial charge discount.

 

Bonds: To provide the potential for overall returns these funds invest in bonds, also known as fixed interest securities. This is achieved by receiving regular interest on loans to companies or governments. There is a chance the bond issuer could fall into financial difficulty and will not be able to pay the interest or the loan back, which could result in a fall in your investment returns. Bonds can also be sensitive to trends in interest rate movements and if interest rates go up, the returns on your investment are likely to fall as bonds can become less attractive. On the other hand, if interest rates fall, bonds are likely to become more attractive and your investment returns increase.

Compare income funds

Find the right income funds for you by using our comparison tables, where we've put together out selection of the latest funds.

 Important Risk Information:

This website contains information only and does not constitute advice or a personal recommendation in any way whatsoever. The value of investments and income from them can fall as well as rise and you may not get back the full amount invested. The tax efficiency of ISAs is based on current tax law and there is no guarantee that tax rules will stay the same in the future.

Different types of investment carry different levels of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Please ensure that you read the Important Risk Information for further details. Prior to making any decision to invest, you should ensure that you are familiar with the risks associated with a particular investment and should read the product literature. If you are in any doubt as to the suitability of a particular investment, both in respect of its objectives and its risk profile, you should seek independent financial advice.