What are the different types of structured products available to retail...
There is a limited range of structured products offered in South Africa compared to the rest of the world.
The transparency of structured products’ risk-return profiles and fees
When recommending structured products, advisors need to ensure risk and return profiles are suitable for investors. Full disclosure also requires transparency about the costs of investing.
What risks and potential rewards need to be evaluated in structured...
In evaluating structured products, all the risk factors need to be balanced against the benefits to ensure that the risks don’t undermine the benefits.
What key factors should institutional investors consider?
The role of structured products in institutional investments is growing, but these investors need to consider all the usual risks and benefits including liquidity and compliance with regulations such as Regulation 28 of the Pension Funds Act.
How do SPs fit into the South African investment landscape?
Structured products are gaining traction in South Africa, complementing traditional asset classes through more customised risk management amid technological and regulatory change.
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Exclusive: The 2026 Structured Products Guide is now available as an eBook. This guide features a range of highly informative introductory articles about structured products in South Africa and provide profiles of leading companies offering structured products in South Africa.
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