December 6, 2023

A surprise nosedive in agriculture GDP outcomes in Q3 of 2023

Despite some of the earlier indicators pointing to a potential upswing in Q3 agriculture GDP, the sector surprised on the downside with a biggest and sharp contraction of 9.6% in Q3 of 2023.
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December 4, 2023

Fraud worth R1.1 billion prevented by life and investment companies in 2022

South African life insurers and investment companies detected 8 931 cases of fraud and dishonesty in 2022. While losses worth R1.1 billion were prevented, the industry lost R77 million to fraud in 2022.
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December 4, 2023

SA equities: Many opportunities amid depressed valuations

M&G Investments Portfolio Manager, Kaitlin Byrne, encourages South African investors to consider local equities despite negative headlines. Emphasizing the safety in cheap valuations, she highlights the well-diversified revenue sources of JSE-listed companies and suggests opportunities for investors willing to navigate uncertainties.
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December 4, 2023

Momentum Investments and Stellenbosch University partner in machine learning research

Momentum Investments is proud to announce the creation of the Momentum Investments Research Chair (Professorship) for research into machine learning in finance in conjunction with Stellenbosch University.
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December 4, 2023

Investment team transitions at M&G Investments SA

M&G Investments Southern Africa (M&G SA) have announced role transitions in their Investment team, with their Chief Investment Officer (CIO) David Knee assuming a role at M&G Investments UK and several senior team members being promoted within the South African business.
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