A more in-depth version of our usual asset class return “smartie box”. The Glacier review shows investment returns over various period to end October 2013 of asset classes, sectors and categories. Click Here to View the PDF of the Glacier...
Unit trust clients might have noticed the change of fund classification in their respective unit trusts. Herewith more information: ASISA new fund classification took effect on 1 January 2013. Asisa’s intention with the new fund classification standard is to provide...
July Is National Savings Month A Savings Institute (SAIS) chairperson Prem Govendor stated that “South Africans still rely on the state or a neighbour to bail them out of their financial woes.” Household savings, as a percentage of disposable income,...
This week we focus on wealth accumulation. Life Stages & Events Understanding the different stages and events in your life will help you make sure that you have the right financial plan in place for your particular circumstances. There are 4 different life stages...
Today, commentary contained in the latest publication (Cognito 3Q) from the SIM Unconstrained Capital Partners Team on the current volatility of the equity market. With emotions running high and the huge uncertainty in global equity markets the Team discusses why this...
We are continually being asked these three questions: 1. What do you think are the reasons behind the rise in the price of gold? 2. What is your future outlook for gold? 3. Do you think gold is a good alternative investment? Here is our response written by Simon...
