AIA Wealth Accumulator (A$)

AIA yesterday launched their new A$ Wealth Accumulator product.

AIA A$ Wealth Accumulator is a 4.5-year, non-participating single premium endowment plan. The guaranteed yields are as follows:

Single Premium Amount (A$)

$10,000 – $29,000 : 4.50% p.a.
$30,000 – $74,000 : 4.60% p.a.
$75,000 and above : 4.70% p.a.

As an example, a single premium of A$88k will give a guaranteed amount of A$108,204.80 on maturity.

Take note that this product is based in Australian dollars (A$) and the maturity amount will also be paid in A$. Thus, it might not be suitable for those who are averse to foreign currency exchange rate risk or who are unable to understand the implications of currency risk.

On the other hand, if you already plan to hold on to A$ long term or intend to use A$ for future needs (eg education funding or retirement), then the currency risk would be less of an issue.

This product is available for a limited period only.

As a comparison, current foreign currency fixed deposit rates for A$ is about 3-4% (depending on amount) for a 12-month duration.

So the AIA (A$) Wealth Accumulator gives a slightly higher yield but a longer lock in period. If there is an early surrender of the plan, then there will also be a slight loss in capital.

Surrender value based on A$1000 invested
End of Policy Year, Cash Value (A$)

1, 888.30
2, 982.80
3, 1,084.10
4, 1,162.70
4.5 ,1,219.10