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According to Wallace Barnes, Steyn Capital Management, diversification of uncorrelated assets within a portfolio significantly reduces its overall volatility without compromising expected returns.
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Johanna Kyrkland, Group Investment Officer at Schroders, suggests that the current economic environment remains favourable for returns. However, she emphasises that diversification is crucial for creating robust portfolios.
Absa fund-linked solutions: bringing more efficiency to the Efficient Frontier
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Consolidated Wealth becomes an FPI approved professional practice™
The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) is proud to welcome and congratulate Consolidated Wealth (Pty) Ltd on being approved as an FPI Approved Professional Practice™.
Redefining financial advice for meaningful impact
Momentum is dedicated to re-humanising financial planning by recognising the emotional and societal dimensions of money, writes Sonja Steyn, Momentum.
The 4D filter to unlocking infinite investment opportunities for your clients
Before allocating any of your client's funds into the investment market, consider these four key dimensions to effectively transform their investment goals into a concrete financial plan, advises Sherwin Govender, Business Development Manager at Glacier by Sanlam.
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