September 11, 2024
The Responsible Investment and Ownership Guide
Batseta Council of Retirement Funds for South Africa in collaboration with IFC’s integrated ESG Program, and supported by the Swiss state Secretariat for Economic Affairs, is delighted to relaunch the enhanced Responsible Investment and Ownership (RIO) Guide. It is a pivotal resource for South African retirement funds seeking to navigate the evolving landscape of responsible investing.
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October 9, 2024
Every month is a good month to invest
A long-term investor need not be concerned with the month they enter the markets. Instead, investors should shift their focus to remaining fully invested, so that they don’t miss out on the best days, which could randomly occur at any given moment of their investment lifetime
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October 9, 2024
Young investors think differently, but some principles are timeless
Haydn Johns, Head of PSG Life and PSG Invest, emphasizes that despite evolving investment landscapes, key principles remain timeless. He advises passing down financial education, common sense, and generosity alongside wealth. Generation Z's focus on values-driven and tech-enabled investments is noted, but foundational investment lessons are crucial for long-term success.
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July 30, 2024
Second quarter gold demand hits record highs, supporting rising prices
The World Gold Council's Q2 2024 report shows a 4% increase in global gold demand to 1,258t, the strongest Q2 on record. Central bank purchases, rising over-the-counter transactions, and a slowdown in ETF outflows drove record gold prices.
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October 9, 2024
Politics matter, but it can pay to keep things simple
Global investors have found plenty to worry about in recent newspaper headlines. From surprise elections to sticky inflation, plus “known unknowns” like the US Presidential election, it all adds up to a complex environment to negotiate. Cutting through the noise, and focusing on what’s most material for markets, is essential.
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July 29, 2024
Charting the turning points
Markets are dynamic, constantly changing. Interest rate cycles and US political shifts are key. Izak Odendaal, Old Mutual Wealth Investment Strategist says that one needs anticipate future trends for successful investing, much like in ice hockey’s strategic play.
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