What does AVT mean in LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE

BNP Paribas Agrinvest Preferred Shares, also known as "AVT", are preferred shares issued and managed by the global financial services provider BNP Paribas. They provide investors with an investment option that offers a fixed income return plus exposure to a select subset of agricultural commodities.

Investing in AVT provides investors with both a fixed income return and exposure to a select subset of agricultural commodities. The exact returns vary depending on market conditions but typically yield higher returns than traditional investments such as stocks or bonds.

Any type of investment carries some form of risk however, due to the fact that AVT is tied to agricultural commodities, there is the potential for heightened volatility due to market or weather conditions beyond individual investor control. Investors should be aware of this before deciding if investing in AVT is suitable for their portfolio.

The liquidity of any given investment can vary depending on market conditions but generally speaking, AVTs tend to be more liquid than other asset classes due to their close association with commodities markets which are more active than traditional stock and bond markets.

Yes, there may be fees associated with purchasing and/or holding an AVT security depending on the broker you use. Typically brokers charge an initial purchase fee followed by an ongoing maintenance fee for holding your security which can add up over time so it pays to do your research before selecting a broker for your AVT investments.