If investors were to understand that markets could fall by about 10% almost every year, they would be more prepared and less likely to panic and make investment mistakes in volatile times like the last few months.

Sean Neethling, Head of Investments at Morningstar Investment Management SA offers a comprehensive view on the factors influencing South African bond markets and uncovers potential opportunities for savvy investors amidst changing market conditions.

Although the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate hike could be the last in this cycle, policy is likely to remain tight for some time to come.

The influence of pop culture on financial markets is a fascinating aspect of modern-day investing. The material effects of this can be seen in the ‘Barbie mania’ that has hit the global stock market, with shares in Mattel surging by 1.8% over the past month.

Debra Slabber, Director and Portfolio Manager at Morningstar Investment Management SA shares an outlook on SA from an investor perspective and delves deep into the relationship between the stock market and the economy, unraveling a crucial distinction that could provide a glimmer of hope for investors.

Online trading platforms have made it possible for even the most novice traders to transact in their own time and on their own terms. Trading in financial instruments such as bonds, cryptocurrency, stock indices and forex has never been simpler or more convenient.