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Don’t be fooled by the bounce back in commodity-linked investments, stick with Multinationals that own the world’s most sort after brands

Don’t be fooled by the bounce back in commodity-linked investments, stick with Multinationals that own the world’s most sort after brands

22 March 2017

In the face of tremendous geopolitical uncertainty, markets in 2016 were characterised by a rebound in previously out-of-favour currencies, sectors and stocks, while the winners of the previous decade lagged. This ‘bounce back’ can largely be attributed to an uptick in commodity prices which provided a boost for resource stocks and developing markets, but are these returns sustainable?

Will the euro have its day?

Will the euro have its day?

22 March 2017

The Netherlands general election, held on 15 March 2017, was not expected to rattle markets. And it hasn’t.

Glacier by Sanlam launches the Glacier Global Stock Feeder Fund

Glacier by Sanlam launches the Glacier Global Stock Feeder Fund

20 March 2017

In partnership with global asset manager Dodge & Cox, Glacier is bringing investors the opportunity to invest in an actively managed global equity portfolio through the Glacier Global Stock Feeder Fund.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained

Nothing ventured, nothing gained

16 March 2017

The growing interest and activity in South African venture capital signifies an evolving and expanding opportunity for investors and entrepreneurs as well as the local economy.

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Time in the market is best for everyone

Time in the market is best for everyone

15 March 2017
Should investors shun equities after the whirlwind 2016?

Should investors shun equities after the whirlwind 2016?

08 March 2017
Ashburton Investments’ major investment themes and how they are playing them

Ashburton Investments’ major investment themes and how they are playing them

08 March 2017
Morningstar’s annual global asset flows report shows slowing demand for global markets as 2016 inflows decrease

Morningstar’s annual global asset flows report shows slowing demand for global markets as 2016 inflows decrease

08 March 2017
Hedge funds 101

Hedge funds 101

07 March 2017
Relaxation of exchange controls relating to intellectual property and foreign investment

Relaxation of exchange controls relating to intellectual property and foreign investment

06 March 2017
Budget 2017: the highs and lows for investors

Budget 2017: the highs and lows for investors

02 March 2017
The 2017 investment landscape

The 2017 investment landscape

28 February 2017