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How to dodge a downturn

How to dodge a downturn

22 March 2017

In times of weak economic growth, companies need to be that much smarter to survive and thrive. To understand what is needed to navigate and negotiate changing times and tough conditions, we studied the behaviour and performance of more than 1,200 South African-listed companies over a period of 15 years. Through this in-depth work, we identified two primary business attributes that actively help to recession-proof a business.

Wealth Migrate announce platform launch into South African market

Wealth Migrate announce platform launch into South African market

22 March 2017

Wealth Migrate, a global online real estate investment marketplace with representative offices in Cape Town and Centurion, has announced their entry into the South African property market through their online investment platform.

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.

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Glacier by Sanlam launches the Glacier Global Stock Feeder Fund

Glacier by Sanlam launches the Glacier Global Stock Feeder Fund

20 March 2017
Nothing ventured, nothing gained

Nothing ventured, nothing gained

16 March 2017
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