Investing perspectives
Accessing the global economy using index funds
Demand for low-cost global index funds is growing rapidly as more and more research shows that costs have a dramatic effect on long-term returns.
7th June 2018
June 7, 2018
Investing perspectives
An alternative way to invest in africa
Credit instruments in other African economies can be an attractive option for investors looking to diversify outside SA.
7th June 2018
Investing perspectives
Financial assets are critical for wealth accumulation
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7th June 2018
Investing perspectives
Global growth remains robust with some downside risk
Most of the major developed and emerging economies grew relatively strongly in the first quarter of 2018. The growth reflected reasonably low interest rates, elevated levels of business and consumer confidence, and a sustained pick-up in industrial production and global trade.
7th June 2018
Investing perspectives
In defence of PACTIVE management
In the active vs passive debate, both sides have valid arguments. The truth lies somewhere in the middle. At STANLIB Multi-Manager we’ve had a BOTH/AND rather than EITHER/OR philosophy for the last decade.
7th June 2018
Investing perspectives
New foreign allocation limits for balanced funds
Moving money offshore does not always make sense – despite what many South Africans believe.
7th June 2018
Local assets
The outlook for listed property remains positive
Rising US 10-year bond yields and a higher interest rate saw global listed property lose 6% in US dollars in the first quarter of 2018. With the Federal Reserve expected to hike rates at least three more times this year, what will this mean for the global property market? Is the cycle nearing its end or is there still value to be found?
7th June 2018