Scottish Widows Investment Partnership
Swip Islamic Global Equity Fund
Type: Oeic
Aim: Growth by investing globally in equities that adhere to the Islamic principals of Shariah
Minimum investment: Subject to negotiation
Investment split; 100% global equities that adhere to the Islamic principals of Shariah
Isa link: Yes
Pep transfers: Yes
Charges: Initial 5%, annual 1.5%
Commission: Initial 3%, renewal 0.5%
Tel: 020 7203 3333
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