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Nexent Bank Fixed-Term Deposit at a Glance

Nexent Bank's fixed-term deposit is a 12-month product with a comparatively low minimum deposit. It's aimed primarily at savers who want to lock in a smaller amount for a year at a fixed rate, without having to come up with several thousand euros as many other offers require. As with any fixed-term deposit, the agreed rate is locked in for the whole term — in exchange, the capital is tied up for that period.

For first-time fixed-term-deposit savers, or anyone who only wants to tie up a smaller amount for a year, the €500 minimum deposit noticeably lowers the entry barrier compared with offers that only start at €2,500 or €5,000. At the same time, thanks to the high ceiling, the offer also works for larger reserves up to €250,000, covering everything from a first small nest egg to a larger sum you can do without for a year.

Interest Rate and Terms

For the 12-month term, Nexent Bank pays 2.50% p.a. This rate applies to deposits between €500 and €250,000. On the €500 minimum deposit, that works out to roughly €12.50 in interest after twelve months; on the €250,000 maximum, up to €6,250 — in each case before tax and assuming the stated rate doesn't change during the term, which is the norm for a classic fixed-term deposit. Compared with the other 12-month fixed-term deposits we reviewed, Nexent Bank's rate sits in the solid middle of the pack, a little below the current best rate of 2.65% p.a.

Terms and Fees

We found no verified information on further conditions such as account-management fees, a possibly required reference account, or the exact rules on interest crediting and early termination. At the time of our research, the bank's publicly accessible offer page mainly showed the registration process — entering a mobile number and email address, then opening the account — but no detailed product description covering the small print. Prospective customers should therefore clarify these points directly with Nexent Bank before signing up, especially if a reference account, fixed notice periods, or a specific deposit guarantee scheme matter for their own financial planning. We recommend getting these points confirmed in writing before paying in a larger sum, so it is clearly documented what was actually agreed at signup should a dispute arise.

Who It's For

Nexent Bank's fixed-term deposit is best suited to savers trying fixed-term deposits for the first time, or anyone who only wants to tie up a smaller sum for a year. Anyone who needs full transparency on all the small print from the outset should actively request it before signing up.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Very low minimum deposit of just €500
• High €250,000 ceiling, also suitable for larger deposits
• Fixed rate for the entire 12-month term

Cons:

• 2.50% p.a. is below the best rate in the comparison (2.65% p.a.)
• Little publicly available information on fees and a reference account
• Termination and payout conditions aren't transparent before signing up

Verdict

Nexent's fixed-term deposit stands out for an unusually low entry threshold of €500 and a solid 2.50% p.a. rate for 12 months. However, anyone who values full transparency on the small print should clarify fees, the reference account, and termination rules directly with the bank before signing up, since this information wasn't publicly available. For smaller amounts, it remains one of the most accessible options in the comparison.