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Florbela Yates, Head of Equilibrium

Global model portfolios for your advice practice

Interest in investing offshore has surged in South Africa, however, the investment opportunity set available offshore is vast. Florbela Yates outlines the benefits of partnering with a discretionary fund manager like Equilibrium.
Alex Tedder

Is the future still bright for the Super-7? 

Alex Tedder, the Head of Global & Thematic Equities at Schroders, states that after a strong year for the big US technology stocks, investors will be wondering what the future holds. We see some challenges, but also reasons for optimism.
Ferdi van Heerden

Momentum Investments’ new CEO: Ferdi van Heerden

Ferdi van Heerden took over the reins at Momentum Investments on 1 September 2023.
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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.
Head of Equilibrium

Consider paying off debt prior to retirement

Coming to the end of your working career requires a step up in terms of financial planning, says Florbela Yates, Head of Equilibrium.
Photo of Fareeya Adam, head of guaranteed annuities at Momentum Wealth

Give clients more control through certainty  

In this environment of high interest rates, clients can lock in very attractive guaranteed annuity rates, says Fareeya Adam, head of guaranteed annuities at Momentum Wealth.
The Trade and Investment Working Group of the BRICS Business Council.

Deepening trade ties with member states

South Africa, represented by SACCI, is chairing the Trade and Investment Working Group of the BRICS Business Council.
Share buybacks

The increasing popularity of share buybacks

Schroders’ research shows that buybacks became more widespread in 2022, with some markets narrowing the gap with the US, where they’re most common.
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Emerging Markets: a coming bull market?

After thirteen years of underperformance versus high-flying US markets, investors have forgotten what an EM bull market looks like. A closer look at history and where markets are today suggests we may be closer than many think or are positioned for, argues James Corkin, Portfolio Manager at Steyn Capital Management
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Soaring “margin of safety” in bonds boosts their appeal 

Higher yields boost returns prospects and offer a historically large cushion against potential losses, says Duncan Lamont, CFA Head of Strategic Research, Schroders.
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The hidden dangers of being a trustee: are you or your clients exposed?

The old excuse that the Master’s Office is a mess and that nobody’s checking won’t protect you any more. By Nikki Moore, Director and Business Manager, Mella Fiduciary.

When is the ‘best’ time to invest offshore?

Momentum Wealth International offers a sophisticated investment framework for advisers to build customised portfolios that align with their clients’ unique investment goals, time horizons, and risk profiles.

Brittle financial health: the male crisis hiding in plain sight

We talk about money scripts, disorders and dysfunctions as if all financial distress manifests in the same way. It doesn’t, and this is especially true for men. By Prof. Prince Sarpong, PhD, CFP®, Associate Professor, School of Financial Planning Law, Faculty of Law, University of the Free State.

Edify Fund Managers

Edify, located in Paarl, is a 100% owner-managed discretionary fund manager (DFM) with a client base of 20 financial advisors and an AUM of R1.5-billion.
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