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KPMG Launches Definitive Fund Management Tool for Africa

KPMG Launches Definitive Fund Management Tool for Africa

12 November 2013

There are several reasons to be optimistic about Africa. According to a World Bank report, Sub-Saharan Africa’s annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth is expected to reach 5.6 percent by the end of 2013 and perhaps 6 percent in 2014.

Finding an outstanding investment manager amongst the many good ones

Finding an outstanding investment manager amongst the many good ones

07 November 2013

The key to finding a great investment manager is to focus on the 0.5% that differentiates them from the rest, rather than focusing on the 99.5% they will have in common with most other competent managers. As the global economic environment presents many challenges for investors, it is crucial for this decision to be made wisely.

Successful close of Investec structured product confirms demand for developed market exposure

Successful close of Investec structured product confirms demand for developed market exposure

07 November 2013

Investec USD S&P500 Digital Plus to list on 14 November 2013.

When Small is Big

When Small is Big

06 November 2013

There’s a popular saying in the US, “good things come in small packages,” which is generally a statement about gifts of jewellery. My team and I find this saying can apply to the investment world, too, as we often find companies that are small in size, but which may have big long-term potential.

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Emerging markets - time to get involved?

Emerging markets - time to get involved?

06 November 2013
Africa’s “Glass with Attitude”

Africa’s “Glass with Attitude”

06 November 2013
Handsome rewards for investors in Africa funds

Handsome rewards for investors in Africa funds

06 November 2013
National legislation for the protection of investors (foreign and local) released for public comment

National legislation for the protection of investors (foreign and local) released for public comment

04 November 2013
Does size matter when investing in the SA listed property sector?

Does size matter when investing in the SA listed property sector?

04 November 2013
Market uncertainty presents challenges for SA corporates

Market uncertainty presents challenges for SA corporates

04 November 2013
Myth that active fund managers can outperform the market debunked

Myth that active fund managers can outperform the market debunked

03 November 2013
SATRIX changes the game in passive investments again

SATRIX changes the game in passive investments again

01 November 2013