CATEGORIES

SARS TAKES A RELOOK AT LOW-HANGING FRUIT FOR TAX COLLECTIONS

The voluntary disclosure programme (VDP) has led to much frustration in the past. Combined with a lack of efficient incentives for small businesses, Sars should reconsider how it’s dealing with this sector.

The Virus, Vaccines And The Dearth Of Growth

The rollout of Covid-19 vaccines in SA holds the key for accelerated economic expansion. Will the government get it right?

Forging Ahead In The Passive Investing Space

Sygnia’s co-CEO, David Hufton, is making his mark on a company and a sector as asset managers steer through uncertain times.

It's Money, Money All Around

The impact of huge economic bailout packages, especially in the US, will steer the important investment themes of 2021.

Buy The Rumour And Sell The Fact

Simon Brown discusses market prediction and the implications for short-term price movements.

Job Creation With Impact

Uconomy provides business management and development support, access to opportunities and funding, labour at subsidised rates and advisory services to leverage the potential of SMMEs to create jobs.

This is the world of 2030

Space, food, energy and institutions – the world is on track for big changes.

Fast to the starting line, slow out of the blocks

Lauded continent-wide free trade came into effect on 1 January, but very few countries were ready to trade.

Leading A Life Insurer Through Covid-19

Riaan van Reenen was appointed CEO of Discovery Life shortly before the coronavirus pandemic hit South Africa.

How Will The Best Execution Rule Affect Investors?

The introduction of an international share-trading practice may lower the cost of investment in future.

Gold And Copper – Will Botswana Coin It?

Former SA gold-mining heavyweights turn their attention to the riches laying unclaimed in the Kalahari desert.

A Year For The Turning Of Political Tables?

As South Africa’s local government elections loom, the ruling party may face the wrath of urbanisation.

Riding 2021's Themes In Offshore Investing

Trader Petri explains his picks of the main trends he expects to see play out on the global markets in 2021.

E-Commerce And Healthcare ETFs Worth A Look

Some investment trends have become evident in different parts of the world in the wake of 2020.

Tips To Break Into A Competitive Market

There is no shortage of exciting opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs, but you will need to offer something compelling to break into an established and cash strapped market.

SO, WHAT NOW?

AS WE PUT 2020 BEHIND US, 2021 ISN’T EXPECTED TO LOOK MUCH BETTER (THOUGH A LITTLE).

The outlook for SA's four popular investment instruments

As 2020 draws to its bitter close, some respite may lay ahead for local stocks and bonds. The drive to list a diversified basket of offshore-focused exchange-traded funds will likely continue unabated. And the rand? Lest we burn our fingers in ever predicting our volatile currency.

MAKING BAD (INVESTMENT) DECISIONS IN A PANDEMIC

Many investors fell into the trap of either selling stocks at depressed prices during the March market rout, or cashing in their pensions.

Goodbye 2020 ... Hello 2021

Schalk Louw shares his outlook for the largest asset classes available to local investors.

How Has The Covid-19 Pandemic Affected The Inflation Outlook?

Due to deglobalisation and higher commodity prices, inflationary risks are increasing worldwide.

How Technology Influences Politics

Advances in how we communicate will continue to create opportunities for those who want to sow division.

On margin

The curious case of the US elections

Introducing Refined Ruggedness

The Ford Ranger Thunder exhibits double-duty dexterity off- and on-road.

Medical Schemes' Healthy Reserves Underpin Lower Premium Increases

The medical aid scheme industry is faced by stagnant membership as South Africans suffer from economic headwinds. Nevertheless, schemes are well positioned to buffer the effect of Covid-19.

Emerging Markets … And Trends

As developing nations navigate their way through the worldwide pandemic, there just might be some investment opportunities starting to emerge, writes Jaco Visser.

‘Long-Term Investing Is Meant To Be Boring'

As the Satrix 40 reaches two decades since listing on the JSE, Simon Brown takes a look at the history of exchange-traded funds and why they are a solid investment.

Are SA Shares Still Attractive?

While 2020 certainly was the bearer of bad news for markets globally and here at home, there are a number of local stocks that are poised for a positive outlook.

Inventory Levels Can Be An Early Warning Signal

The amount of stock a company holds on its balance sheet at reporting time can give investors an indication of a company’s cash flow status, as well as flag other issues on the horizon.

Why Now Is The Time To Start Buying Shell

As the energy giant looks to the future, it’s positioning itself to remain powerful for the long run.

How Will Biden Work For Africa?

When US president-elect Joe Biden takes office in 2021, he will have to repair the foreign policy damage his predecessor caused. Where South Africa and Africa will feature on that list of priorities is not clear.