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Expenditure side of SA GDP reflects pressure on demand

16 September 2015 | Economy

The South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) Quarterly Bulletin confirmed that real GDP growth slowed to 1.6% y/y in 2Q15 from 2.0% y/y in 1Q15.

New USD product to accelerate wealth creation with 100 % capital protection

16 September 2015 | General

The US economy is currently in the spotlight as stronger than expected growth numbers were released ahead of the Fed’s rate decision. According to Bloomberg, the US Economy accelerated in the second quarter after a healthier start to the year than previously estimated. At an annualised Q2 GDP growth of *3.7%, the US economy displayed general strength with consumers, businesses and government each spending and investing more than expected.

Property portfolios remain an attractive investment

15 September 2015 | General

Diversification in the South African context used to mean a mix of properties across three sectors , namely retail, office and industrial spread across the main metropolitan areas. Today, diversification includes property investments across various global markets, including Europe, United Kingdom and Africa, as well as exposure to Australian real estate through shareholdings in offshore property companies.

Investment Strategy: Room for optimism?

15 September 2015 | General

Following a period of substantial market volatility,Head of Asset Allocation at Ashburton Investments Tristan Hanson provides an update on concerns over China and how our investment strategy reflects a not-so-pessimistic outlook.

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