STANLIB Corporate Enhanced Yield Fund hits R10 billion AUM, redefining short-term cash investing
STANLIB Asset Management is proud to announce that the STANLIB Corporate Enhanced Yield Fund has surpassed R10 billion in assets under management (AUM), achieving this milestone in under two years.
Managed by a team led by Eulali Gouws, Head of Money Market at STANLIB, the fund's rapid growth reflects strong market presence and the trust clients place in its strategy.
The fund is designed for corporate investors seeking to optimise returns on their core and strategic cash by moving “up the curve” from traditional money market instruments. In an environment where every basis point counts, clients are increasingly recognising the value of allocating a portion of their liquidity into enhanced yield solutions that offer higher return potential without compromising on capital preservation or liquidity.
“This milestone is a testament to our clients’ growing appetite for smarter cash solutions. By investing their core and strategic cash up the curve, they’re unlocking better yield outcomes while maintaining liquidity and credit quality. We’re proud to be their partner in this journey,” says Charlene Klöhn, Head of Corporate Cash Solutions at STANLIB Asset Management.
Corporate South Africa continues to hold substantial cash balances, often parked in low-yielding instruments for operational flexibility. As interest rates remain elevated and inflationary pressures persist, the opportunity cost of underutilised cash has grown. The STANLIB Corporate Enhanced Yield Fund offers a compelling solution, allowing corporates to strategically deploy their cash to earn enhanced returns while maintaining access and managing risk. This shift in mindset is driving strong uptake of the fund, as clients see tangible benefits in their overall cash return outcomes.
About the fund
The STANLIB Corporate Enhanced Yield Fund is rated AA(ZA)(f) by GCR and maintains a conservative credit profile, investing exclusively in senior bank and government instruments, including call accounts, fixed deposits, negotiable certificates of deposits, floating rate notes, treasury bills, and government bonds. With a maximum average duration under 180 days and next-day liquidity, the fund strikes a balance between yield enhancement and risk control. It is governed by the Collective Investment Schemes Control Act, regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority, and supported by robust internal credit and ESG frameworks.
The fund’s success underscores STANLIB’s commitment to innovation, transparency, and disciplined risk management in corporate cash to deliver returns above money market rates while preserving capital.
