2024 US election outcome: Implications for investors
Markets have responded to Donald Trump's election victory by anticipating pro-growth policies and higher inflation. Schroders' experts share their longer-term views on what his return to office will mean for the US economy and world trade, global equities, fixed income and the energy transition.
How much longer will the bust in Chinese housing last?
According to David Rees and Oliver Willoughby, Schroders, more decisive policy action is required if China is to start beating growth expectations again.
Offshore investing: tax issues and jurisdictions
Three of South Africa’s top investment professionals discuss offshore investing and structuring financial plans to suit each client’s needs and objectives.
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Clients can invest up to 100% of their investment assets offshore,...
While the allure of offshore investments is undeniable, careful deliberation is essential, writes Hymne Landman, CEO of Momentum Wealth.
Regulation 28 and the paradox of choice
Conlias Mancuveni, Hollard Investment Managers, asks: "How do financial advisors prudently assist their clients to navigate the new Regulation 28 changes?"
Momentum Investments and Robeco launch partnership in Southern Africa
Momentum and Robeco's strategic partnership deepens portfolio integration in quantitative equity products and research.
Offshore investing: where, how and how much?
In an exclusive Blue Chip discussion, South Africa’s leading investment professionals focus on offshore investing and why it is important to engage with a financial advisor. Part Two deals with the practicalities of taking money offshore, the exchange rate and the importance of timing.
The hype around investing offshore is back at the euphoric levels...
Offshore investing trends in the mid-1990s differed hugely from today. Fund choices open for South Africans extended to no more than five options, yet almost every application form received, allocated the funds, whether on a recuring premium basis or as a lump sum, to asset swap/feeder funds, says Sheldon Holdsworth, Old Mutual International, Regional Offshore Specialist.
Offshore allocations: why Global Emerging Markets beckon
James Corkin, portfolio Manager of Steyn Capital’s Global Emerging Markets strategy, highlights the exceptional opportunity in Global Emerging Markets, and outlines the decade-long process of bringing the strategy to launch.
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