MARKET WATCH- JULY 2023

Structured products are becoming increasingly popular among investors for their ability to balance risk and reward while offering tailored solutions to meet specific investment goals. Combining financial instruments like bonds, equities, and derivatives, these prepackaged strategies provide options for capital protection, enhanced yields, and exposure to diverse asset classes. Designed to deliver high yields or

Trump’s Return: Market Dynamics and Global Economic Ripples Despite facing numerous legal challenges, President-Elect Donald Trump has once again secured the trust of millions of Americans, positioning himself one of the most powerful presidents of all time. His victory, sweeping in both breadth and impact, has solidified Republican control of the Senate, with Trump achieving

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has faced significant challenges over the years, particularly in the form of a shrinking number of listed companies. From a peak of 669 listings in 1998, the JSE has seen a decline of over 50%, with fewer than 300 companies currently listed. This reduction is attributed to factors such as

It’s not too late to start investing, but you may need to adjust your approach: For many South Africans, employer-provided pension funds are the cornerstone of retirement savings. These plans, supported by both employee and employer contributions, foster a disciplined saving regimen. Recent reforms, such as the introduction of the two-pot system, have significantly strengthened

What is the market expecting if Trump gets a second term  Although former President Trump has yet to fully outline his formal economic plan, his priorities remain clear: deregulation, lower taxes, and opposition to green initiatives. In his first term we saw this unfold, Trump slashed the corporate tax rate from 35 to 21% and