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14 Jan 2019

7 resolutions for the long-term investor

By Anet Ahern, CEO, PSG Asset Management. Last year was a particularly trying one for investors. While no one can guarantee what the year ahead will bring in the markets, what we do know for sure is that investor behaviour is the biggest factor that makes or breaks long-term investment outcomes. A few resolutions can...
11 Jan 2019

10 New Year's resolutions to help grow your bank balance

  Alexander Forbes Financial Planning Consultant, Jaco Prinsloo, suggests 10 easy ways to help you save money in 2019. 1)            New Year, new me Some of your New Year resolutions might require some new equipment such as a bicycle, trainers or a set of golf clubs. This should not be seen as a shopping opportunity and...
09 Jan 2019

Use home chemicals safely for fire safety

By Bertus Visser, Chief Executive of Distribution at PSG Insure. Countless household goods contain flammable chemicals, while those containing non-flammable chemicals can come in combustible packaging. There are several examples of common chemical-laden products you’ll find in your home. Each carry the risk of fire if not properly handled or stored, and we often forget...
09 Jan 2019

SA’s new medical scheme set to disrupt the market

A new market entrant, Health Squared Medical Scheme, is set to “redefine healthcare funding” through a personalised approach to healthcare cover for members at all income levels.
09 Jan 2019

Expect a bumpy ride for the rand in 2019

By Bianca Botes, Corporate Treasury Manager at Peregrine Treasury Solutions. Few currencies matched the rand’s turbulence in 2017, with factors such as Trumpenomics, the firing of finance minister Pravin Gordhan and the appointment of Cyril Ramaphosa as ANC president, contributing to the R2.04 price swing during the year.
08 Jan 2019

Expect volatility but positive returns in 2019

Volatility will persist throughout 2019, reflecting uncertainty as the Fed tightens monetary policy – but current stock market valuations will generate positive returns for investors.
07 Jan 2019

Is the equity party over?

By Maarten Ackerman, Chief Economist and Advisory Partner, Citadel. The cracks may be starting to show in the ten-year equity bull market, but does this mean that the cycle is now over?
04 Jan 2019

Ipsos Poll: ANC at 61%

“With the next national election planned for May this year, voters are making up their minds about which party to support,” says a study by research services provider, Ipsos. 
03 Jan 2019

Letter from Tim Cook to Apple investors

January 2, 2019 To Apple investors: Today we are revising our guidance for Apple’s fiscal 2019 first quarter, which ended on December 29. We now expect the following: Revenue of approximately $84 billion Gross margin of approximately 38 percent Operating expenses of approximately $8.7 billion Other income/(expense) of approximately $550 million Tax rate of approximately...
03 Jan 2019

Global M&A deal activity down because of trade tensions, political instability

Mergermarket, the London-based provider of M&A data and intelligence, has published its 2018 global M&A report, which found that the number of deals struck over the year fell for the first time since 2010 to 19,232, after steadily rising for close to a decade.

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