Investments / General

PE and VC trends to watch for in 2022

South African private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) activity is improving after Covid-induced uncertainty, with industry players reporting an increase in transactions. Some notable trends have emerged and are expected to accelerate into the remainder of 2022.

Responsible investing – A South African perspective

As the world focuses its attention on sustainability, the environmental and social impacts of economic progress are being increasingly scrutinised to fit in with the expectations of a more conscious society.

Take the long view

Big bucks from bread and butter brands

The best ways to maximise your client’s investment returns is to encourage them to invest in trusted brands that provide goods or services that are an integral part of daily life, and to remain loyal to these brands for as long as it takes. “Compounding is a timeless investment principle that often gets lost in the market noise,” said Duggan Matthews, Chief Investment Officer at Marriott, during the 2022 Virtual Meet the Managers event, hosted by The Collaborative Exchange.