April 30, 2024
Global gold demand stays strong, supporting record-high price
The World Gold Council’s Q1 2024 Gold Demand Trends report reveals that total global gold demand (inclusive of OTC purchases) was up 3% year-on-year to 1,238t, marking the strongest first quarter since 2016. Demand excluding OTC fell 5% to 1,102t in Q1 compared to the same period in 2023.
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April 25, 2024
Investing in South Africa during turbulent times
In the midst of a global surge in elections, South Africa faces pivotal national polls, raising questions about its investment viability. Despite structural challenges, the nation offers appealing valuations, yet prudent diversification and active risk management are crucial amidst uncertainties.
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April 25, 2024
Fedgroup launches an industry-first investment product
Known for their innovative spirit and doing things differently for more than 34 years, Fedgroup did it again by introducing their unparalleled Flex Income Plan product during an exclusive financial advisor webinar recently.
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April 26, 2024
Sticky inflation brings Fed rate cuts into question
The Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut rates as previously expected in June and it is now a close call whether it will cut at all in 2024. Heightened risks in the Middle East add a further element of uncertainty.
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April 23, 2024
Does the JSE still offer long-term value?
Rory Kutisker-Jacobson, the fund manager of the Allan Gray Equity Fund, offers insights into the current challenges confronting the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) against the backdrop of South Africa's political and economic landscape.
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April 23, 2024
Even Warren Buffet is sitting on piles of cash – but what are the risks?
If you intend to include cash holdings in your portfolio, then it’s critical to acknowledge that cash is not always a failsafe option, and that guarantees are (at best) only as good as the word of the guarantor. So it’s important to understand these risks and how to mitigate them.
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