Participate in the returns of global companies committed to environmental, social and governance (ESG) values while your principal remains 100% protected.
The RBC ESG Market-Linked GIC delivers the security of a guaranteed investment certificate (GIC), but with the higher return potential associated with equities and a filtered portfolio of organizations that exhibit positive ESG metrics.
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This GIC may be an appropriate choice if you:
- Are an ESG-conscious investor
- Want peace of mind knowing 100% of your principal investment is guaranteed
- Do not need periodic income from your investment
Key Features
- Minimum Investment: $1,000
- Terms: 4 and 6 years
- Return: Variable return is linked to MSCI World ESG Quality Select Low Volatility 8% Risk Control 3% Decrement Index1
- Return Payment Options: Return (if applicable) paid at maturity
- Early Access to Funds: Not permitted
- CDIC Eligible: Yes
Benefits
Higher Return Potential
You can earn a higher variable return tied to the performance of global ESG-focused companies as compared to that offered by a traditional fixed-rate GIC
Peace of Mind
Your principal investment is 100% guaranteed
Simplicity
Principal protection and growth potential in one solution
Additional Information
For more information, such as how returns are calculated, or to invest in an RBC ESG Market-Linked GIC, refer to:
The Fact Sheet & Special Conditions
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The RBC ESG Market-Linked GIC is not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by MSCI Inc., nor by stock exchange(s) on which MSCI World ESG Quality Select Low Volatility 8% Risk Control 3% Decrement Index securities may be traded and no such parties make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in RBC ESG Market-Linked GIC.
Telephone purchasers who have not received a written copy of the RBC ESG Market-Linked GIC Special Conditions and fact sheet prior to purchase will have the opportunity to cancel this investment purchase within two days of the day the written information on the investment is provided by calling 1-800-463-3863 or visiting your branch.
Past performance of this product is not indicative of future returns. Your return will depend on whether and how much the underlying index increases over your GIC's term. This GIC does not provide you regular interest or provide a guaranteed rate of return. It is possible that there may be no return. For full product details, including how variable return is calculated, refer to this product’s fact sheet and Special Condition, visit your RBC Royal Bank branch, or call 1-800-463-3863.