Investments

From sentiment to strength: the resurgence of the South African consumer

Now is the moment for active investment management to prove its value

Much is said about the decline of active investing; far less is said about the risks and shortfalls of a passive investment approach. Today’s markets could deliver the wake-up call.

CPI for February 2025

The consumer price index rose by 3.2% compared to the previous year, remaining unchanged from January 2025.

CIS investors feel the pinch as SA economy falters

Economic growth and business and household confidence are closely correlated with investment flows to and from South Africa’s collective investment schemes (CIS) industry. All else being equal periods of lacklustre economic growth and negative investor sentiment coincide with fund outflows whereas buoyant growth and rising confidence leads to funds pouring in