"Given the global interest rate environment, which is expected to remain elevated for a while longer, investors can take advantage of short-duration, low-risk global income instruments like our AMETF,” explains Henk Kotze Head of Cash and Income…
"Asian markets have also been remarkably dynamic, with fresh developments from China emerging almost weekly. Equally notable were the events in Japan this August, where turbulence in the carry trade sparked significant market shifts," says Adriaan…
"One of the standout benefits of AMETFs is accessibility. As exchange-traded products, they can be bought and sold as easily as any other listed security. This ease of access contrasts sharply with traditional unit trusts, which require investors…
"When market sentiment is low, asset prices tend to follow suit and creates a ripe environment for long-term investment. Using these downturns as buying opportunities, you can position for future growth when markets inevitably recover," says…
"Creating lasting wealth to pass down for generations to come can seem an overwhelming task. But taking a step-by-step approach to understand and planning for the various considerations holistically helps to make it achievable," says Haydn Johns,…
“Along with our partners, we are very excited to be launching our 19th EM private credit fund. The strategy has a long history of supporting growth and infrastructure companies across Africa and other emerging markets," says Nathaniel Micklem,…
"While South Africa’s retail sector has struggled recently, new data from Capital Connect and the Bureau of Market Research points to a positive near-term outlook, especially with strong Black Friday sales forecasts. The data suggests that consumer…
"What's particularly noteworthy is that if we compare two hypothetical portfolios—one invested in the FINI 15 and the other in the S&P 500, starting with the same amount in October 2020—the FINI 15 portfolio has outperformed the S&P 500 on 95%…
"Trump inherits a complex economic situation with a $2 trillion deficit, representing close to 7% of GDP, and a national debt level of 120%. The US faces an impending debt crisis, with a focus now on curbing spending rather than increasing it,"…
"The supply-side risk around Eskom appears to have largely abated, and energy availability has improved. Yet, Eskom's application for a 30% price hike is a major red flag – if granted, it could significantly affect consumer spending power, impacting…
"Good financial advice requires not only a deep understanding of the client's financial position, their circumstances, future ambitions and appetite for risk, but they also need to be knowledgeable about the macroeconomic landscape, nationally…
“There’s a huge opportunity internationally for private debt, but in South Africa, there is not enough institutional capital to facilitate this structure on a broader scale. Based on the global trend and solid fundamental performance, however,…
“We are proud to make this appointment from within the business. Wade’s knowledge and experience will be instrumental in strengthening our offering and driving the Amplify business. His appointment is testament to the talent we have within our…
"From a multi-asset perspective, we have a positive tactical view on Chinese equities to reflect the fact that the authorities are clearly focused on stimulus. So far, this has largely been on the monetary side and more is needed from the fiscal…
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