Fixed bond offering from B&B

Bradford & Bingley International has launched a fixed rate bond that pays interest of up to 5.1%. The 18-month fixed rate bond (Issue 18) gives investors the option to be paid interest annually or monthly. The bond matures on the 30 June 2006. For an investment between £10,000-£99,999 a 5% annual and 4.90% monthly rate is paid. For deposits of more than £100,000 a 5.10% annual and 5% monthly rate is paid. John Sheath, director and general manager at Bradford & Bingley International, said: "With UK base rates anticipated being at peak levels, and possibly even falling, this is an opportu...