Investment
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To Business Hell And Back
Not long ago, Toronto-listed firm Platinum Group Metal's share price was almost worthless. However, its Waterberg project is turning the tide for the company.
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2 August 2018
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Petra Diamonds Looking To Live Within Its Means
The diamond miner has had a difficult two years, but analysts agree that Petra remains one of the best-placed companies to capitalise on a rising diamond price environment.
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2 August 2018
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Accelerating Growthpoint's Global Growth
Under Group CEO Norbert Sasse’s leadership, Growthpoint Properties’ portfolio has grown from R120m to R127.7bn. Now Sasse will focus on accelerating the REIT’s offshore strategy.
4 min |
2 August 2018
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Collaboration Is Key To Success
Any land redistribution policy that is implemented going forward requires a coordinated response by the private sector and government to support emerging black farmers. Otherwise, it will fail. Again.
3 min |
5 July 2018
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Turning The Tide For African Bank
Having recently taken the reins as CEO of African Bank, Basani Maluleke is heading up the strategy to diversify and de-risk the financial institution.
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5 July 2018
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A New Era For Sasfin
Michael Sassoon, now firmly in the top seat formerly occupied by his father, discusses his strategy to take Sasfin Holdings forward. A major move is tapping into SA’s unbanked economy, which takes the company in a completely different direction.
6 min |
18 April 2019
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Scary Move Points To Recession
All signs point to an imminent recession. While it is unlikely to reach the levels we saw during the 2008 financial crisis, the average investor will still be hard hit.
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18 April 2019
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No Need To Fear The Rand
Yes, our currency is volatile. But if you look at its performance over the long term, the rand isn’t as scary as it is often made out to be.
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18 April 2019
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When Not To Buy A House
About to make a big decision? Research shows it might be best to wait for a cool day.
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18 April 2019
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Service Delivers Market To Wumdrop
The success of WumDrop lies in its personalised service, which makes for a convenient courier experience. Co-founder Simon Hartley talks about building this delivery offering.
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9 February 2017
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SA Poultry Industry Playing Foul, Says EU
Marcus Cornaro, the EU ambassador to South Africa, claims that the local poultry industry is struggling as a result of its own doing. But Kevin Lovell, CEO of the SA Poultry Association, says Cornaro has got his facts wrong.
6 min |
9 February 2017
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Cash For Your Car
CarZar is an online platform where South Africans can sell their cars for cash, quickly and conveniently.
4 min |
16 February 2017
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How To Ace Your First 100 Days
You have a small window of opportunity to make your mark in a new leadership position. Here’s how to have the best possible start.
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16 February 2017
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Topping A Winning Formula
The sixth-generation VW Polo is larger and sportier-looking than its predecessors.
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10 May 2018
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Why Is Spending Inequality On The Rise?
In the US, spending inequality – the difference in how much households spend at grocery stores – is on the increase. Is technology to blame?
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18 May 2017
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Can A Private Investor Beat Professional Fund Managers?
Not only large fund managers beat benchmarks. Simon Brown discusses two huge advantages a private investor has over such investment firms.
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18 May 2017
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Building Your Offshore Portfolio
Many investors have been rattled by the recent downgrades of South Africa’s credit ratings. However, this does not mean you should just move money out of the country willy-nilly – be sure to weigh up the myriad options carefully before making a move.
7 min |
18 May 2017
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The Benefits Of An Offshore Bank Account
An offshore account holds numerous benefits, and it is not as time-consuming, complicated or expensive as you think.
3 min |
18 May 2017
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On Margin
I dont currently have anything in pillage & plunder... would you consider investment banking ?
2 min |
18 May 2017
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Why History Matters For Entrepreneurs
In order to understand why certain strategies companies used succeeded (or failed), it is vital to have a firm grasp of the times and context in which they came into being.
4 min |
13 July 2017
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Questioning How We Think About Retirement
“But that’s the way we’ve always done it!” is a statement that stops us from adapting as the world changes. The concept of retirement as we know it needs to be turned on its head.
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13 July 2017
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What Is A Good Retirement, And How Will I Know If I'll Get There?
It is imperative that retirement funds communicate with their clients in a clear, jargon-free way and explain what a client can do if their investment shrinks or is not growing at the desired rate.
3 min |
13 July 2017
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Five Practical Ways To Save
Five practical ways to save Putting money into a savings account is not just for your own well-being – it can also have a massive impact on the economy as a whole.
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13 July 2017
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Can You Still Bank On Them?
Local banking stocks have shown remarkable resilience despite various headwinds. While risks remain, indications are that underlying factors still favour this sector. But does that mean it is time to buy banking shares?
6 min |
30 March 2017
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In The Fight Against Anti-Competitive Behaviour
While the recent forex scandal involving over a dozen banks is one of the most prominent cases the Competition Commission has dealt with recently, the body’s top man, Tembinkosi Bonakele, also has his hands full with a variety of other issues.
7 min |
30 March 2017
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Incentives On The Job, And How They Matter
What would happen in a world where permanent employment was guaranteed? The concept of academic tenure provides an interesting case study.
4 min |
21 June 2018
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How To Ride The New Mining Wave
Having recovered financial discipline since the commodity price meltdown in 2012, industry players need to strategise as they face heightened demand in the sector.
4 min |
21 June 2018
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Should Robots Be Granted Human Rights?
The number of collaborative robots, or cobots, being put to work in offices everywhere is rising. Korea, for example, has a robot density of 631 units per 10 000 employees. And, increasingly, people are treating these machines like human beings.
3 min |
21 June 2018
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New, Imaginative Index Trackers Attract Attention
Backtesting shows they can outperform traditional indices.
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21 June 2018
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Your Guide To Alternative Investments
South African investors are, compared with the US and Europe, under-invested in alternative asset classes. This is partly due to perceived complexity and perceptions of high risk. But, say the experts, returns are adjusted for increased risk. While not easily accessible in South Africa, there are various ways for local investors to increase their exposure to non-equity asset classes.
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