If we turn our attention to South Africa, our debt-to-GDP number at around 70% is still relatively good compared to what we've seen globally where debt numbers have escalated significantly since Covid. The US, for example, is heading towards…
Ahead of her panel discussion at the Friends of South Africa session at COP27 today, Chief Sustainability Officer Nazmeera Moola discusses why and how we must navigate the transition to net zero across high emitting countries and companies.
Being a good investor requires understanding what you’re investing in, why you’re investing, as well as figuring out what kind of an investor you are, so you can put together a plan to reach your long-term financial goals, says Grayson Rainier,…
According to George Brown, Economist at Schroders, it's a sharp reversal of fortune for the former chancellor. Just seven weeks earlier, he lost out to Liz Truss in this summer's leadership contest by a margin of 43% to 57%. But his 'coronation'…
"After just 44 days in office, Liz Truss drew a close to her disastrous premiership, resigning after losing the backing of her party. And for investors, her resignation was largely expected,"says Azad Zangana, Senior European Economist and Strategist…
What is of utmost importance is that a consultant could very well be held delictually liable for any loss or damage suffered by a third-party, which is negligently caused by said Consultant whilst rendering their professional services, explains…
"We’ve been tiptoeing around issues like diversity, gender parity and access for long enough. We can’t keep doing things the same way and still expect to be relevant tomorrow. We need a wider range of skills and viewpoints," says Lulu Rasebotsa,…
Risk management advice has become a critical value-add to insurance, and despite the convenience of self-service insurance options, many commercial clients continue to rely on their relationships with brokers who, thanks to their key industry…
By showing clients how to scope and mitigate their risks, brokers can help them make sensible decisions that support their long-term financial health and sustainability, says Charlene Lawrence, General Manager: Brokers at MiWay Brokers Insurance.
According to Tom Walker, Co-Head of Global Listed Real Assets at Schroders, as weather patterns shift and heatwaves become more frequent, keeping a close eye on weather data will become vital for investors in global cities.
Gap cover is an important safety blanket covering the difference between costs paid by your medical scheme and actual medical expenses for in-hospital treatment and defined out-patient treatment. However, many people have questions about how…
For a first-time homeowner, figuring out what kind of insurance you need can be a bit overwhelming – to lighten the load, Karen Rimmer, Head: Distribution at PSG Insure has put together her four top tips to help consumers on their journey.
We have gone from low growth and low inflation to almost no growth and high inflation, as global economies pass on rising costs and our currency weakens. This combination has serious consequences for long-term savings, says Sumesh Chetty, portfolio…
Sustainability is the future of the industry: from driving greater diversity in the workplace, to preferential procurement, to diversifying our adviser and policyholder base to reach new and uninsured audiences, says Lulu Rasebotsa, Bidvest…
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