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01 Aug 2018

Financial planning for your pregnancy

Money might be the last thing on your mind when you’re expecting a baby but it’s a critical component to successful pregnancy planning, says Errol Meyer, Legal Specialist, Advisory Services at Standard Bank Financial Consultancy.
01 Aug 2018

The power of a personal brand

Women in South Africa are earning 27% less than their male counterparts. This is according to the 2017 Pulse of the People report run by IPSOS. The report, which surveyed more than 3 500 employed South Africans across various occupations and regions, revealed that this gap was even wider among top earners, with men earning...
01 Aug 2018

Seven financial must-haves for women in retirement

Recent Statistics South Africa figures reveal that, on average, women outlive men by nearly a decade or 9.3 years. And this means that it is absolutely vital for women, if they haven’t already, to take an active role in managing their finances rather than relying on a spouse or partner, because they will need the...
01 Aug 2018

SA investors following the money to Mauritius

Apart from being the highest ranked economy in Sub-Saharan Africa on the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Index, Mauritius is attracting growing numbers of local investors through sheer geographical proximity and the ability to “follow their money”, according to Richard Neal, Director at independent fiduciary consultancy Sovereign Trust (SA) Ltd.
31 Jul 2018

'2Q18 Unemployment worse than we had feared'

  By  Jason Muscat, Senior Economic Analyst at FNB.
31 Jul 2018

STANLIB appoints global professional to drive investment performance

STANLIB has appointed Mark Lovett, an investment professional with over 30 years’ experience in the global asset management industry, as head of investments effective 1 July 2018. “We are delighted to welcome Mark to our team,” said STANLIB CEO Derrick Msibi. “He brings a depth of business and investment experience across asset classes. As part...
31 Jul 2018

Mergence actively exploring African opportunities

Asset manager sees 26% annual compound growth in unlisted investments and will leverage off commodities trading subsidiary
31 Jul 2018

Fedgroup pioneers Impact Farming in SA

A new generation of socially conscious investors, comprising predominantly millennials, is driving a prolific trend in global investing. They want their money to do good in the world, while still realising a fair return. The trend, known as impact investing, has gained significant traction in first-world markets. By investing in businesses that benefit society or...
30 Jul 2018

IMF publishes outcome of Article IV consultation with SA

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has today published the outcome of its Article IV consultation with South Africa that took place between 28 May and 11 June 2018.
30 Jul 2018

Is your golfing insurance on par?

Golfing is steadily growing as a favoured pastime and golf estate living is a lifestyle that increasing numbers of South Africans are embracing.  People are drawn to the allure of country living in the heart of the city that addresses security concerns and eliminates the need for 6-foot walls and electric fencing, offering unobstructed views...

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