In this issue

In this issue of Finweek: The outlook for balanced fund amid returns drought - Where managers are investing retirement savings, Asset classes that are holding up, What about inflation?; Your guide to alternative investments; Markets - Why US debt will echo worldwide; SA Auto industry - Firing up a vital economic engine and Share views on: Nedbank, Richemont and Tencent.

One Thing Corona Won't Kill: Inequality

Historically, wars, revolutions and pandemics have reduced inequality, but new research suggests that Covid-19 is unlikely to be a leveller for South Africa’s deeply unequal society.

4 mins

The Coronavirus-Induced Smell Of Clean Air Could Boost Platinum

The world has experienced marked declines in air pollution during the Covid-19 lockdown. If this consequence isn’t just temporary, platinum should gain.

4 mins

How To Navigate The Unknown

Investors simply don’t have the data – or expertise – to traverse the uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic and make informed investment decisions. Realising this is the first step to protecting your portfolio.

3 mins

Should Investors Join The Rush?

Before making the decision to invest offshore, you need to make sure the move is based on sound reasoning, advises Schalk Louw. This is the first column of his two-part series on the topic.

3 mins

Simon's stock tips

Founder and director of investment website JustOneLap.com, Simon Brown, is fine week’s resident expert on the stock markets. In this column, he provides insight into recent market developments.

6 mins

The QE Path Can Be Much Bumpier This Time Around

US government debt is ballooning and is set to increase exponentially. Measures taken to address this will be felt worldwide.

3 mins

Utilising a technical approach to fundamental investing

Simon Brown explains how his trading days informed his long-term investment portfolio mechanics.

3 mins

Finding Balance In Choppy Waters

South Africa’s largest balanced funds are navigating uncertain times while still having to preserve retirement and other savings. Jaco Visser spoke to these funds’ managers about the strategies they are employing to stay the course.

10+ mins

GOING BEYOND THE TRADITIONAL INVESTMENT MATRIX

The market collapse across various asset classes suggests that investors need to contemplate getting exposure to as many different and non-correlated types of risk as they can. From real estate funds and Krugerrands, to currency futures – there are a number of alternatives to consider adding to your portfolio for diversification.

10 mins

Firing Up A Vital Economic Engine

South Africa’s carmakers are finally able to start their engines, but the effects of COVID-19 constraints on operations have caused significant drag for the industry

7 mins

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