What is a Gilt?
Gilts are a type of government bond. When you buy a gilt, you are effectively lending money to the UK government in exchange for periodic interest payments (called coupons) and the return of your initial investment (the principal) when the bond matures.
Why invest in GILTs with WiseAlpha?
We can source the entire universe of gilts. Flat fees of 0.25%.
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Trading on the Secondary Market
Buy and sell gilts before maturity on the secondary market, offering flexibility and potential capital gains
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Predictable income
Earn more predictable regular interest on your money
Issued by the UK government
Backed by the strength and credit of the UK government, gilts provide a secure and reliable fixed-income investment
Different maturities of UK Gilts
From short-term bonds to long-dated securities, gilts offer a range of maturities to match your investment horizon
Learn more about Gilts
What is a Gilt?
Backed by the government, gilts are considered one of the most secure fixed-income investments available. Gilts are UK government bonds that offer investors low-risk ways to earn fixed interest payments. They are issued with fixed maturity dates, providing a predictable return. This makes them a great tool for fix income generation and portfolio diversification.
What are Gilts?How to invest in Gilts
- Open an account
- Search for HM Treasury
- Select your Gilt
- Buy
