"In the past, the negative effects of companies' activities have been borne by society. But, from carbon pricing to sugar taxes, governments are increasingly reflecting them back on the companies responsible. Companies and consumers are also…
Kevin Cousins, Head of Research at PSG Asset Management believes that under most scenarios the US long bond will no longer perform its traditional safe haven role in the current macro environment, and that the majority of global portfolios are…
Expressing their gratitude to the outgoing Chair, the Board applauded Rantloane for his bold and visionary leadership, particularly as the industry continued to grapple with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
"There are benefits of trading and investing with a registered stockbroker and relying on an expert on guiding the composition of your portfolio, such as a financial adviser. However, there are other non-stock broking platforms that are becoming…
"From a local investor’s perspective, unit trust flows have recently also predominantly moved into more conservative asset classes like cash deposits and money market funds. This follows several years of large local flows into offshore investment…
"We are proud to announce Ascension's investment in CPB. Our investment focus revolves around innovative businesses that address fundamental human needs, particularly those with strong technology foundations. CPB aligns perfectly with our vision…
"The lagged effect of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the impacts of decarbonisation and deglobalisation mean that an economic recession may not translate into an earnings recession and could explain stock market resilience amid slowing growth,"…
"Our business has a strong track record of building talent from within to ensure succession within our leadership teams. Part of the reason for this success has been in identifying and partnering with talent who share our values and are able…
“The energy transition is undoubtedly the biggest systemic shift of this generation. As a result, the universe of investment opportunities has exploded to build the foundations of a new era and support the development of market leading innovations,"…
"We believe that patient fixed income investors can be well rewarded even in the current uncertain macro environment, with the ability to lock in the prevailing high yields and achieve inflation-beating returns," says Lyle Sankar is the Head…
“Ninety One’s structuring expertise and ability to mobilise private capital into digital infrastructure in emerging economies has enabled finance to flow where it is needed most," says Sine Zulu, Investment Specialist in the Ninety One Emerging…
"For investors looking to leave a legacy for the long term however, shares are the single building block that have historically proven to deliver. In this article I outline six key benefits of investing in shares to create a lasting legacy,"…
"The US economy is still a little too hot for comfort, while China is struggling with a weak property sector. Japan has been soaring because of the stance of the central bank, while Europe has had a decidedly soggy summer from a growth perspective,"…
"Investors have warmed up to the past offerings as they provided a high degree of certainty both in terms of capital protection and positive return. They were positioned as a good alternative to a traditional Guarantee Capital Bond for the investor…
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