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E-Commerce And Healthcare ETFs Worth A Look
Some investment trends have become evident in different parts of the world in the wake of 2020.
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21 January 2021
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This is the world of 2030
Space, food, energy and institutions – the world is on track for big changes.
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21 January 2021
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Fast to the starting line, slow out of the blocks
Lauded continent-wide free trade came into effect on 1 January, but very few countries were ready to trade.
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21 January 2021
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Goodbye 2020 ... Hello 2021
Schalk Louw shares his outlook for the largest asset classes available to local investors.
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17 December 2020
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How Technology Influences Politics
Advances in how we communicate will continue to create opportunities for those who want to sow division.
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17 December 2020
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How Has The Covid-19 Pandemic Affected The Inflation Outlook?
Due to deglobalisation and higher commodity prices, inflationary risks are increasing worldwide.
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17 December 2020
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SO, WHAT NOW?
AS WE PUT 2020 BEHIND US, 2021 ISN’T EXPECTED TO LOOK MUCH BETTER (THOUGH A LITTLE).
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17 December 2020
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The outlook for SA's four popular investment instruments
As 2020 draws to its bitter close, some respite may lay ahead for local stocks and bonds. The drive to list a diversified basket of offshore-focused exchange-traded funds will likely continue unabated. And the rand? Lest we burn our fingers in ever predicting our volatile currency.
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17 December 2020
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MAKING BAD (INVESTMENT) DECISIONS IN A PANDEMIC
Many investors fell into the trap of either selling stocks at depressed prices during the March market rout, or cashing in their pensions.
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17 December 2020
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Risk And Our Consumption Choices
A new study on pandemic buying yields interesting results.
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26 November 2020
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‘Long-Term Investing Is Meant To Be Boring'
As the Satrix 40 reaches two decades since listing on the JSE, Simon Brown takes a look at the history of exchange-traded funds and why they are a solid investment.
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26 November 2020
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Introducing Refined Ruggedness
The Ford Ranger Thunder exhibits double-duty dexterity off- and on-road.
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26 November 2020
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Medical Schemes' Healthy Reserves Underpin Lower Premium Increases
The medical aid scheme industry is faced by stagnant membership as South Africans suffer from economic headwinds. Nevertheless, schemes are well positioned to buffer the effect of Covid-19.
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26 November 2020
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Emerging Markets … And Trends
As developing nations navigate their way through the worldwide pandemic, there just might be some investment opportunities starting to emerge, writes Jaco Visser.
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26 November 2020
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Why Now Is The Time To Start Buying Shell
As the energy giant looks to the future, it’s positioning itself to remain powerful for the long run.
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26 November 2020
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Inventory Levels Can Be An Early Warning Signal
The amount of stock a company holds on its balance sheet at reporting time can give investors an indication of a company’s cash flow status, as well as flag other issues on the horizon.
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26 November 2020
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How Will Biden Work For Africa?
When US president-elect Joe Biden takes office in 2021, he will have to repair the foreign policy damage his predecessor caused. Where South Africa and Africa will feature on that list of priorities is not clear.
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26 November 2020
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Are SA Shares Still Attractive?
While 2020 certainly was the bearer of bad news for markets globally and here at home, there are a number of local stocks that are poised for a positive outlook.
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26 November 2020
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On margin
The curious case of the US elections
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26 November 2020
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Will Inflation Pick Up In The US?
The shift to the services economy, with large inputs of a technological nature, may be the reason why low inflation is so sticky, despite the printing of money.
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5 November 2020
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The Outlook For SA's Major Life Insurers
When Covid-19 hit our shores, the impact on South Africa’s listed life insurers was inevitable. Jaco Visser takes a look at how these companies took extreme caution in providing for the uncertainties of the coronavirus pandemic and why these shares may start to pose opportunities for resilient investors.
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5 November 2020
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The Dangers Of Printing Money
Sandy McGregor, portfolio manager at Allan Gray, debunks modern monetary theory and examines if it provides a solution to economic woes.
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5 November 2020
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Technical Analysis Tools For Long-Term Investing
Buying a share at the ‘right’ price is the only thing an investor can control in the investment process. Looking at some charts may sharpen returns in the long term.
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5 November 2020
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Mick Davis: A History Of Steely Determination
Former South African businessman turned British politician, Sir Mick Davis, has an impressive history in the mining industry. At the Joburg Inaba, held in October, he recounted his career and shared his insights on the current mining landscape.
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5 November 2020
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Headwinds That Could Become Tailwinds
Emerging markets may yet see a strong rebound next year.
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5 November 2020
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How To Handle The Shock Of A Market Collapse
The Covid-19-induced market crash in 2020 may have been the first you experienced, but it won’t be the last. Lear from it so that panic won’t rule your decision-making next time.
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5 November 2020
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All Is Not Lost: How To Start 2021
The fallout of Covid-19 may take many forms – from lacklustre local equity returns to the printing of money. Steering through these waters will require grit.
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5 November 2020
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The PPS Global Equity Fund
Providing investors with access to a top international investment manager.
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5 November 2020
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'Til death do us part … with your capital!
Reallocating your retirement savings may end up benefitting the taxman and not your retirement.
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5 November 2020
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On margin
The purpose of isangoma is to heal and protect people in the community.
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