MARKET WATCH- AUGUST 2023

Overview Global markets have experienced significant volatility at the beginning of 2025, driven by rising trade tensions and uncertainty about U.S. policy directions under President Trump’s new administration. The introduction of new US tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada has added to investor concerns, contributing to broad-based market fluctuations. Most developed and emerging markets have

As financial advisors, we often encounter clients curious about the viability of investing in rental property in South Africa as an alternative to traditional market investments. In this article, we aim to explore the merits and considerations of this investment choice through a brief case study, providing a clearer picture of what this avenue entails.

Over the past two weeks, global markets have experienced significant volatility, particularly in the technology sector. This upheaval was notably highlighted on Tuesday when the NASDAQ plunged by 3.1%. This dramatic downturn was led by NVIDIA, which saw a stark 17% drop in its stock price. This shift was largely catalyzed by the emergence of

Importance of Realistic Goals Investing is fundamentally an exchange of spending power today for the attainment of a goal in the future. Whether we like it or not, income comes from only two sources: people at work or money at work. According to statistics in South Africa only 6% of the population is on track

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