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3 September 2024
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Retirement is a major life transition where emotional and behavioral biases can significantly impact investment decisions, often leading to fear-driven and irrational choices. By addressing common biases like overconfidence, loss aversion, and regret aversion, and by setting up a long-term strategy, retirees can better navigate their financial future. -
14 August 2024
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2023 had a massive impact on the global and local markets. It started off with the change made for the Energy Department to oversee Eskom, followed by multiple changes in regulations throughout the year. What other events moved the market in 2023? -
14 August 2024
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China continued to experience economic hardship in the first half of 2024, but the economy is still growing. GDP rose in Q2 2024, although not at the targeted pace. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) held interest rates unchanged in July. A rate cut is anticipated if inflation remains steady. -
12 August 2024
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South Africa's inflation rate fell slightly in June, reaching a six-month low. In the US, inflation also dropped slightly, slowing the annual rate of inflation to 3% from 3.3% in May. In the UK, inflation held steady at the Bank of England's 2% target. -
15 July 2024
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South Africans are struggling to save for retirement, prompting a shift to a two-pot system for retirement funds starting 1 September 2024. This system splits contributions into a savings pot and a retirement pot, with financial advisers playing a crucial role to secure their long-term financial well-being. -
10 July 2024
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June arrived with surprises from an interest rate cutting perspective. The European Central Bank (ECB) became the second major central bank to cut rates after the Bank of Canada (BoC). The Swiss National Bank (SNB) cut rates for the second consecutive time in June while sentiment over monetary policy easing remains mixed among major economies. -
9 July 2024
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AI enhances business operations and client interactions, ensuring more face-to-face time with clients and better service delivery. It’s crucial to integrate AI thoughtfully, addressing ethical, legal, and practical considerations while maintaining the essential human touch in financial advising. -
8 July 2024
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In SA, real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contracted marginally by 0.1% in Q1 2024, while the UK economy stalled in April due to wet weather. UK GDP was flat in April compared to the previous month, a slowdown from 0.4% in March.