"Real economic growth has barely averaged one per cent a year since 2014. Stabilising prices has not unlocked capital expenditure or boosted economic growth. If anything, it was the weaker growth that helped keep inflation in check," says Chief…
"The organisation evolved as a result of a clear need to address the increasing complexity of financial crime. Its mission is to create an environment where information about financial crime, investigative techniques, and fraud prevention can…
Nokuzola Cossie, Head of Fiduciary at Standard Bank Wealth and Investment, points out that there has been proportional growth in the non-profit sector undertaking public benefit activities to bridge the gaps between societal needs and governmental…
"Climate mitigation and adaptation investment opportunities are largely considered separated, but the likes of the 'aligned' categorisation within the EU Taxonomy ensures that, while an activity can qualify under climate mitigation, it must…
"Financial planning must be personal. Whether you’re saving for a rainy day, a new car, your child’s education, or your retirement, your plan should reflect your life stage and priorities," says Fränzo Friedrich, Chief Marketing Officer at Momentum…
"A well-planned legacy is one of the most meaningful gifts you can leave to your heirs. It is an intentional act to shape the future and ensure that the values, resources and wisdom cultivated throughout a lifetime continue to benefit generations…
"Around half of all secondary transactions every year since 2021 have been continuation fund deals, and by some estimates, the volume of these deals could reach into the hundreds of billions of dollars by the end of this decade and beyond,"…
"Together, we'll strengthen our investment leadership by empowering our people, deepening client partnerships, and driving innovation through active ownership. Our focus remains clear: to create sustainable value for all stakeholders across…
"Progressive action is not an option, it is an imperative. Asset managers, insurers, and banks collectively hold deep pools of capital and are positioned to provide practical and replicable solutions that shape global growth and positively change…
"Even with the right rationale and trustees, trusts can fail if the founder lacks the right mindset. We've seen founders treat trust assets as their own, struggling to separate ownership from control, especially where the founder is also a trustee,"…
"Over the past year, high real interest rates in South Africa made cash a competitive option. Investors were well-compensated for parking their cash in money market or call accounts. But this is changing," says Ané Craig is Head of Fixed Income…
"This is the time to learn how to live within your means, avoid debt, and get creative about saving. Don't wait for abundance to start building discipline. Learn to distinguish between needs and wants and remember - there's no such thing as…
"Global supply chains remain resilient, and while trade with China has slowed, overall shipping activity has held steady. This resilience, coupled with a weaker US dollar, could create opportunities for emerging markets like India, which boasts…
“What makes these kinds of solutions highly relevant is that they allow investors to hold a diversified exposure to global stock markets, while offering some protection in this current market environment. This provides reliable outcomes,” says…
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