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Welcome to Anchor Aspirant

Exclusive investment opportunities & financial planning for young investors

Start your wealth-building journey with confidence. Anchor Aspirant is designed for young and new, ambitious investors who want to take control of their financial future. From your first investment to long-term planning, we’ll guide you every step of the way—with digital tools, expert insights, and a path tailored to you.

GET STARTED

Want to start your Anchor Aspirant journey?

Follow these simple steps below and start your investment journey today:

1

Start a financial needs assessment

2

Draft a will

3

Build an emergency fund

Understand where you stand.
This is your first step toward financial clarity. By identifying your current financial position and goals, you’ll get a clear roadmap of where to begin—and where you’re headed.

Protect what matters.
Even at a young age, having a basic will ensures your assets and wishes are taken care of. It’s a sign of maturity and responsibility—and an essential part of any financial plan.

Prepare for the unexpected.
Life happens—unexpected expenses don’t have to derail your progress. A small safety net ensures you won’t need to dip into investments when things go wrong.

4

Open a TFSA

5

Open a Retirement Annuity

6

Save for a goal

Grow your money, tax-free.
A Tax-Free Savings Account is one of the most effective tools for young investors. Start now and let compound growth do its thing—with zero tax on the gains.

Plan for future freedom.
Starting a retirement annuity or pension early means you benefit from years of growth—and generous tax benefits. Your future self will thank you.

Make your dreams achievable.
Whether it’s a deposit on a home, a dream holiday, or starting a business—saving with intention turns “one day” into a plan. Set your goal, stay consistent, and let your money grow over time.

7

Start an investment portfolio

8

Speak to a wealth manager

Build wealth on your terms.
Whether you’re saving for a goal or just getting started, a diversified investment portfolio puts your money to work. Start small, think big.

Get guidance that grows with you.
An essential part of any investor’s journey is having a trusted expert by your side. A wealth manager helps you stay on track, refine your strategy, and make smarter decisions as your life—and your goals—evolve.

1

Start a financial needs assessment

Understand where you stand.
This is your first step toward financial clarity. By identifying your current financial position and goals, you’ll get a clear roadmap of where to begin—and where you’re headed.

2

Draft a will

Protect what matters.
Even at a young age, having a basic will ensures your assets and wishes are taken care of. It’s a sign of maturity and responsibility—and an essential part of any financial plan.

3

Build an emergency fund

Prepare for the unexpected.
Life happens—unexpected expenses don’t have to derail your progress. A small safety net ensures you won’t need to dip into investments when things go wrong.

4

Open a TFSA

Grow your money, tax-free.
A Tax-Free Savings Account is one of the most effective tools for young investors. Start now and let compound growth do its thing—with zero tax on the gains.

5

Open a Retirement Annuity

Plan for future freedom.
Starting a retirement annuity or pension early means you benefit from years of growth—and generous tax benefits. Your future self will thank you.

6

Save for a goal

Make your dreams achievable.
Whether it’s a deposit on a home, a dream holiday, or starting a business—saving with intention turns “one day” into a plan. Set your goal, stay consistent, and let your money grow over time.

7

Start an investment portfolio

Build wealth on your terms.
Whether you’re saving for a goal or just getting started, a diversified investment portfolio puts your money to work. Start small, think big.

8

Speak to a wealth manager

Get guidance that grows with you.
An essential part of any investor’s journey is having a trusted expert by your side. A wealth manager helps you stay on track, refine your strategy, and make smarter decisions as your life—and your goals—evolve.

FUNDS

Funds designed for Investors like you

ANCHOR ASPIRANT OFFSHORE EQUITY PORTFOLIO

A global, aggressive equity portfolio, tailored to the needs and risk profile of young investors looking to invest offshore.

The Aspirant Offshore Equity Portfolio is a concentrated version of the Anchor High Street Equity Portfolio. Due to the long-term view taken in constructing the portfolio, there will be periods where it may differ from the Anchor High Street Equity Portfolio. The portfolio is therefore an aggressive equity portfolio, tailored to the needs and risk profile of young professionals. The portfolio invests in global-listed businesses and is ideal for young investors looking to take on a higher degree of risk, in search of potentially high returns.Being a higher-risk investment, it is appropriate for clients with many years of earnings ahead of them and the ability to take on greater risk.

ANCHOR BCI GLOBAL EQUITY FEEDER FUND

This 2020 Raging Bull Award-winning fund’s objective is to provide long-term capital growth achieved through direct investment into the FSCA-approved, Ireland-domiciled Anchor Global Equity Fund.

ANCHOR BCI CORE INCOME FUND

The fund aims to preserve capital whilst providing income returns.

ANCHOR BCI MANAGED FUND

A moderate-risk profile portfolio with the objective to offer investors a moderate to high long-term total return.

ANCHOR BCI WORLDWIDE FLEXIBLE FUND

The fund aims to provide investors with a moderate to high long-term total return by way of a worldwide flexible portfolio actively investing across different asset classes.

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WEBINAR | The Navigator – Anchor’s Strategy and Asset Allocation, 2Q24

Anchor CEO and Co-CIO Peter Armitage will host the webinar, provide an introduction to current global and local market conditions and give his thoughts on offshore equities. Together with Head of Fixed Income and Co-CIO Nolan Wapenaar, Pete will also discuss Anchor’s strategy and asset allocation for 2Q24, focusing on global equities and bonds. In addition, Fund Manager Liam Hechter will provide insights into local equities, highlighting some investment ideas; Global Equities Analyst James Bennet will discuss Ferrari and give an update on Tesla, and finally, Analyst Thomas Hendricks will participate in a Q&A with Peter, explaining the 10-year US Treasury to attendees.