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SA economy finding a new balance

07 July 2016 | Economy

Less real income stunting consumer spending.

Numbers prove chasing market trends will break your investment

06 July 2016 | General

Britain’s recent Brexit announcement caused investors around the globe to panic, resulting in severe volatility for many currencies and stock markets. South Africa did not escape the aftermath with the JSE All Share Index (ALSI) shedding 6.5% in two days, leaving many local investors unsure of whether to weather the storm or move to cash.

Asset managers expect further growth in tax-free savings accounts after a successful first year

06 July 2016 | General

After the first year of tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) becoming available in South Africa, it is clear that the products have been successful in encouraging new investors to save money in investments. As more and more investors become aware of the benefits of tax-free investments, it is expected that uptake of the products will grow exponentially in the next year, particularly for use as a medium-long term savings account.

June 2016 – etfSA.co.za monthly South African ETF, ETN and Unit Trust passive index tracking performance survey

05 July 2016 | ETF's (Exchange Traded Funds)

The Performance Survey for the period ended 30 June 2016, is attached. The Survey measures total investment returns for all 71 JSE listed ETFs/ETNs, and 24 index tracking unit trusts for periods of 1 month to 10 years. The summary table of the best performing passive index tracking products is shown below and details of each individual fund’s performance is attached.

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