HSBC Channel Islands and Isle of Man has launched a new online platform aimed at opening up access to a broad range of ‘self-executed’ investment opportunities for Island customers.
The International Investment Centre (IIC) enables all customers to take control of their investments directly online, allowing them to buy and sell their mutual fund investments whenever they like.
Investments can start from as little as £50 a month, which HSBC hopes will help dispel the myth that this type of financial planning is only for the extremely wealthy.
The platform provides access to hundreds of funds, including HSBC and third-party funds, whilst also providing differentiated investment options for customers including a number of ESG (Economic, Social and Governance) funds, such as low carbon, sustainable energy and climate change funds, which have been added to the platform in response to customer demand.
Allowing customers to make lump sum investments or set up regular savings plans, the IIC also features a simple and intuitive ‘wealth dashboard’ which enables customers to see all their mutual funds investments in one place and track how their investments are performing at a time that suits them.
Emma Bunnell, Head of Wealth and Personal Banking, at HSBC Channel Islands and Isle of Man, said: “Our IIC platform opens up a world of investment opportunity and access to funds for customers who might not have considered this type of wealth planning before. The digital platform is easy to navigate and allows customers to research and explore investment opportunities at their leisure.
“The last few years have taught us that financial wellbeing and management are key to providing people with a cushion for their future and being able to easily execute wealth planning online is key to that. Equally important is access to a range of investment options.”
