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26 Apr 2017

Three retirement strategies amidst market turmoil

A few weeks have passed since the political drama that unfolded which caused South Africa’s sovereign risk downgrades to junk status by key ratings agencies, S&P and Fitch. It is clear that tough economic times lie ahead, says Deane Moore, CEO of Just – so what retirement strategies should South Africans consider to navigate their finances...
25 Apr 2017

Take-home salaries in March reach higher levels

BankservAfrica’s latest data shows marked improvement in March’s salaries – and pension levels.  For the first time in 10 months, March reflected a real-take home salary increase above the rate of inflation, according to BankservAfrica’s Disposable Salary Index (BDSI). This is also the strongest increase in take-home pay after inflation in 18 months.
25 Apr 2017

Insurance implications if artwork is damaged during transit

Many South Africans appreciate art and enjoy purchasing valuable pieces, which usually come at a very expensive price. However, because artwork is so delicate, it is always at risk of damage when it is being transported. Individuals who purchase artwork need to make sure they know what the insurance implications are if their valuable piece...
24 Apr 2017

How multi-asset funds can help manage wealth-destroying behaviour

By Jac de Wet, Head of Sales: Southern Regions, PSG Wealth. As investors, we are often our own worst enemies. Although most investors often blame the market for not meeting their investment goals, the reality is that it’s often due to their own behaviour. The good news is that such behaviour can be managed by...
21 Apr 2017

France’s Presidential Election: The Closer We Get, the Less We See

By Coface, the international trade credit insurance company. On May 7th 2017, French voters will elect a new President to succeed Francois Hollande.
20 Apr 2017

Chris Newson joins Investec Asset Management

Following the recent hire of private equity Managing Principal Peter Baird, Investec Asset Management announced today that Chris Newson has been appointed as Director of Private Markets for the firm.
20 Apr 2017

Six trading mistakes to avoid

By Grant Meintjes, head of Securities, PSG Wealth. The trading environment has changed drastically over the past 15 years. Today investors enjoy access to company information within moments of it being announced.
20 Apr 2017

Getting a mid-sized business ready for sale

Morgan Jones, Principal in the Corporate Finance team at Bravura, an independent investment banking firm specialising in corporate finance and structured solutions, outlines the imperative of exit strategy planning for owner-operators.
20 Apr 2017

Downgrades may lead to desperation and dishonesty

First Standard & Poor, now Fitch have rated the South African economy “junk” with huge ramifications for South African citizens, with the poorest of the poor being the worst affected.
19 Apr 2017

Financial inclusion remains ‘a work in progress’

On the surface, South Africa appears to be financially inclusive compared with other emerging markets: 70% of adults, for example, have a transaction account. However, it’s not nearly as inclusive as most mature markets, and serious and stubborn gaps remain, according to a new report by The Boston Consulting Group.

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