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Young South Africans fuel the blockchain tech investment boom as digital assets emerge as most attractive asset class, reveals study

Young South Africans fuel the blockchain tech investment boom as digital assets emerge as most attractive asset class, reveals study

27 September 2022

The worldwide blockchain ‘investment boom’ is taking root locally, with an increasing number of South African investors expressing interest in blockchain-powered asset classes such as cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).

The ornithology of monetary policy

The ornithology of monetary policy

27 September 2022

Since ancient times, doves have symbolised peace and hawks aggression. During the Vietnam War, “hawks” became a widely used term to describe those who argued for increased military intervention, whereas the “doves” were those in favour of de-escalation and negotiation.

South Africa remains attractive for global M&A activity

South Africa remains attractive for global M&A activity

26 September 2022

Despite the effects of the pandemic and periods of civil unrest, South Africa experienced robust Mergers & Acquisitions activity last year, with more than 430 transactions totaling approximately R750 billion in value.

Report Findings: Gender diversity in the Private Equity sector significantly increases

Report Findings: Gender diversity in the Private Equity sector significantly increases

26 September 2022

According to the latest Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (SAVCA) Private Equity survey for 2022, PE firms have shown a significant improvement in gender diversity, showing that the proportion of firms with more than 50% of women in their organisation has grown year-on-year.

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Shades of Grey: The Know Your Customers (KYC) process is not simply black and white

Shades of Grey: The Know Your Customers (KYC) process is not simply black and white

26 September 2022
Europe’s gas crisis: what does it mean for investors?

Europe’s gas crisis: what does it mean for investors?

22 September 2022
Five-star rating: FNB Multi Manager Equity Fund proves its value as a part of any well-diversified portfolio

Five-star rating: FNB Multi Manager Equity Fund proves its value as a part of any well-diversified portfolio

21 September 2022
Alternative asset fund listings demand still high despite volatility

Alternative asset fund listings demand still high despite volatility

21 September 2022
Strategies that can help investors thrive in an uncertain world

Strategies that can help investors thrive in an uncertain world

21 September 2022
Five reasons why digital infrastructure is among the most exciting investment themes

Five reasons why digital infrastructure is among the most exciting investment themes

20 September 2022
Macro update - Positioning for a volatile future

Macro update - Positioning for a volatile future

20 September 2022
Bringing down the house

Bringing down the house

20 September 2022