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Is the tide turning for emerging markets?

20 August 2020 | General

Headwinds caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have made investors reconsider the traditional risk-return dynamic of asset classes. They realised that risks can be found anywhere in the investment world. Even in developed markets - considered a safe bet in the previous cycle. But what plausible investment opportunities could emerging markets offer in the next few years?

Cautiously optimistic about the prospects

20 August 2020 | General

The year 2019 was an emotional rollercoaster for investors, in both local and international markets. South Africa experienced its fair share of economic growth challenges, and not surprisingly, many South African investors were uncertain about where to invest.

New report reveals SA’s top priorities for impact investing, main barriers

20 August 2020 | General

Ashburton Investments, the asset management arm of the FirstRand Group, today released the findings of its new report on the priorities of South African institutional investors for impact investing.

Investment Perspectives: Events that shaped the second quarter

18 August 2020 | General

Reza Hendrickse, Portfolio Manager at PPS Investments, provides some insights (for editorial consideration) about the economic events that occurred in the second quarter.

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Do you think short-term insurance broking will survive the AI plus humanoid robotics age?

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Human first always Not a chance Possibly maybe Yes, but reimagined

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