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10 years on since Lehman - what is the greatest market risk now?

10 years on since Lehman - what is the greatest market risk now?

30 August 2018

A new paradigm of fear and uncertainty was unleashed on the world with the demise of Lehmans on the 15 September 2008. And while markets have recovered, spectacularly in some cases, a lingering symptom of the crisis could be one of today’s biggest risks to buoyant stock markets.

National Treasury, JSE launch new electronic trading platform for government bonds

National Treasury, JSE launch new electronic trading platform for government bonds

29 August 2018

In a move that will position South Africa’s Capital Markets amongst the most sophisticated in global Capital Markets, the JSE, together with National Treasury (NT) and a multi-stakeholder group consisting of Strate, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) and the banking institutions servicing primary dealers, officially launched the electronic trading platform (ETP) for government bonds at the JSE today.

How investing in mezzanine funds can help diversify and enhance portfolio returns

How investing in mezzanine funds can help diversify and enhance portfolio returns

29 August 2018

There are compelling reasons why investors should consider investing in mezzanine debt funds.

The compelling investment case of Sabvest

The compelling investment case of Sabvest

29 August 2018

Sabvest is an investment holding group that has been listed on the JSE since 1988. The company has an exceptional long-term investment record, having generated a return to shareholders of 54 times capital over its 30-year history under the steady hand and sharp eye of founder, Christopher Seabrooke. Despite this prodigious long-term result, Sabvest is generally unknown to South African investors, and flies under the radar.

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Key investment themes over the second quarter

Key investment themes over the second quarter

29 August 2018
Sygnia launches FAANG Plus Equity Fund

Sygnia launches FAANG Plus Equity Fund

29 August 2018
Why the rise in passive investing may benefit active managers

Why the rise in passive investing may benefit active managers

28 August 2018
Why hedge funds are not the best choice for investors

Why hedge funds are not the best choice for investors

28 August 2018
How to spot investment red flags

How to spot investment red flags

23 August 2018
July recap and outlook - Frontier markets lead rebound

July recap and outlook - Frontier markets lead rebound

22 August 2018
SA SME Fund appoints Ketso Gordhan CEO

SA SME Fund appoints Ketso Gordhan CEO

21 August 2018
Global Investing: No Such Thing As Bad Timing

Global Investing: No Such Thing As Bad Timing

21 August 2018