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Reshaping client portfolios for Gen Z and obesity

Reshaping client portfolios for Gen Z and obesity

05 June 2025

If you ever find yourself yearning for a keep-it-simple-stupid (KISS) explainer of the economy and investing, you could do worse than attend one of The Times events hosted by Allan Gray. Your writer was lucky enough to occupy a front-row seat at the asset manager’s recent in-person, client-focused event.

State Street Global Advisors expands fund range to South African investors

State Street Global Advisors expands fund range to South African investors

03 June 2025

State Street Global Advisors, the asset management business of State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT), today announces the registration of eight funds under Section 65 of the Collective Investment Schemes Control Act within South Africa.

Moving targets

Moving targets

02 June 2025

The curveballs keep coming. The ongoing uncertainty surrounding US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies was ratcheted up again, after a federal court ruled that he exceeded his authority in imposing “reciprocal” tariffs on many countries.

The long game wins

The long game wins

02 June 2025

Investors are often tempted to chase short-term gains or retreat hastily when markets falter. However, research highlights the value of disciplined, long-term investment strategies.

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Navigating market speculation: How investors can strategise for consistent and thoughtful investments

Navigating market speculation: How investors can strategise for consistent and thoughtful investments

02 June 2025
The great market shift: how market dislocation benefits active investors

The great market shift: how market dislocation benefits active investors

30 May 2025
What a difference a month makes – US recession fears abate but “safe haven” status under threat

What a difference a month makes – US recession fears abate but “safe haven” status under threat

28 May 2025
Hidden GEMs: Debunking five emerging market myths

Hidden GEMs: Debunking five emerging market myths

27 May 2025
Five lessons on how to invest in a volatile market

Five lessons on how to invest in a volatile market

26 May 2025
Sailing close to the wind

Sailing close to the wind

26 May 2025
Making America great again (MAGA), the deficit and the bond market

Making America great again (MAGA), the deficit and the bond market

26 May 2025
Navigating Currency Risk: Strategic Solutions for South African Businesses

Navigating Currency Risk: Strategic Solutions for South African Businesses

23 May 2025