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The Cannon Flexible Fund – now following an equi-weighted approach

10 March 2014

• Equi-weighted approach allocates equal amounts to all the major asset classes. • This approach has yielded superb long term returns with very low volatility. • Appropriate for conservative investors seeking yield and long term capital growth. • A top quartile performer over the past 5 years to end of January 2014 had it been classified in the Low Equity unit trust category.

Glacier International launches the Navigate Global Equity Share Portfolio

10 March 2014

Glacier International, a specialist division within Glacier by Sanlam, recently enhanced its Navigate investment range with the launch of an equity share portfolio, based on the same philosophy of guidance and simplicity that the Navigate fund range is known for.

Casting a Wide Asset Net in a Volatile Sea

05 March 2014

It’s fair to say that investors will likely never be fully comfortable with market volatility. But actively managing the inevitable bumps that accompany equity investments, even in bull markets, can help make the ride a little less harrowing, according to Ed Perks, executive vice president and director of Portfolio Management, Franklin Equity Group®. He explains how understanding the fundamental dynamics behind market selloffs is key to uncovering potential opportunities in the face of a rough market ride. He favours a diversified investment strategy across asset classes, supported by a layered approach to risk management.

Sanlam launches African floating rate credit fund

04 March 2014

Sanlam expanded its Africa fund portfolio with the launch of the Sanlam Africa Floating Rate Credit Fund, a USD-denominated fund domiciled in Mauritius. The fund will focus on investments in credit and debt capital markets instruments in selected African countries.

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