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Coface announces 7 country upgrades and 17 downgrades

Coface announces 7 country upgrades and 17 downgrades

19 July 2016 | Economy

Good growth figures in Europe, a rebound in many emerging currencies and in oil prices indicate improving economic signs. But the world’s two largest economies, the United States and China, whose country ratings have been downgraded to A2 and B respectively, illustrate the ongoing level of credit risk.

Investec structured product yielding AUD 54% (ZAR 141%) re-opens for investment

Investec structured product yielding AUD 54% (ZAR 141%) re-opens for investment

19 July 2016 | General

Investec’s International Titans Basket Limited has, over the past 5.4 years, delivered approximately AUD 54% (ZAR 141%) in returns. It has done this without putting any of investors’ capital at risk.

LDI – debunking the myths

LDI – debunking the myths

19 July 2016 | General

Consider the entire range of solutions when embarking on a discussion around LDI strategies...

Engaging fund managers in multi-manager funds

Engaging fund managers in multi-manager funds

19 July 2016 | Asset Management

Instead of offering multiple products, fund managers should focus on providing simple, universal solutions that give investors a high chance of meeting the goals set in their retirement plans.

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JSE settles first T+3 settlement cycle

JSE settles first T+3 settlement cycle

15 July 2016 | General
Novare Africa Property Fund II closes with $350 million for investment

Novare Africa Property Fund II closes with $350 million for investment

14 July 2016 | General
Emerging markets Q2 2016 recap: Brexit could offer silver lining for some

Emerging markets Q2 2016 recap: Brexit could offer silver lining for some

14 July 2016 | Economy
Taking action to make ends meet

Taking action to make ends meet

14 July 2016 | Economy
Why should you invest in a hedge fund?

Why should you invest in a hedge fund?

13 July 2016 | General
Red flags and flagging economies mean time to spread investment risks

Red flags and flagging economies mean time to spread investment risks

13 July 2016 | General
BII Mid-Year 2016 global investment outlook

BII Mid-Year 2016 global investment outlook

13 July 2016 | General
Despite challenging conditions there are still significant import opportunities says Investec Import Solutions

Despite challenging conditions there are still significant import opportunities says Investec Import Solutions

13 July 2016 | General