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.

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.

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.

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.

The annual Morningstar Investment Conference is set to take place on 17 September 2024 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre this year. The much anticipated in-person event brings together some of the financial industry’s top minds to provide delegates with cutting-edge research, expert insights, and thorough analysis.

The formation of South Africa’s new government of national unity bodes well for the consolidation of state reform and pro-growth initiatives, including better performing parastatals, such as Eskom and Transnet, asserts Navin Lala of Old Mutual Alternative Investments.