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Offshore diversification more than a currency bet – Deutsche

Offshore diversification more than a currency bet – Deutsche

01 July 2014

South African investors putting money offshore are not just nervous about the rand’s prospects. They are also positive about the recovery prospects of some international jurisdictions and wish to diversify accordingly.

Understanding sources of investment return using heat maps

Understanding sources of investment return using heat maps

01 July 2014

Andrew Newell, Head of Business Development at Cannon Asset Managers, explains the importance of understanding the source of investment returns and gives pointers on where to look in the future.

What it means when markets are up while growth is down

What it means when markets are up while growth is down

01 July 2014

The South African economy is under strain: After growing by just 1.9% in 2013, it proceeded to shrink in the first quarter of 2014. Expectations are that the economy will grow by only 2% this year – and that’s if we’re lucky.

Positioned for investment growth

Positioned for investment growth

30 June 2014

July marks Savings Month. Midway through the year, it’s the perfect opportunity to take a fresh look at your investments. Are you saving enough towards your goals for the future? And – equally important – are you investing optimally?

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Risk appetite beckons opportunity for African debt

Risk appetite beckons opportunity for African debt

27 June 2014
Africa could attract more international investment by boosting efforts to combat financial crime

Africa could attract more international investment by boosting efforts to combat financial crime

26 June 2014
Global Bonds - The contrarian case of Hungary

Global Bonds - The contrarian case of Hungary

25 June 2014
Why preparing for a recession can be good for your finances

Why preparing for a recession can be good for your finances

23 June 2014
Global investors are incurring opportunity costs by overlooking new markets, including Africa

Global investors are incurring opportunity costs by overlooking new markets, including Africa

23 June 2014
Think big for long term investment gains

Think big for long term investment gains

19 June 2014
Boutique investment firms can add value to the investment landscape

Boutique investment firms can add value to the investment landscape

18 June 2014
Credit and equity divergence presents opportunity

Credit and equity divergence presents opportunity

12 June 2014