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The mighty US dollar could finally be due a bear market after 14 years of dominance. But does it even matter for the average…
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Trump’s new 30% tariff threat has elicited very little market response. Is it because he has a reputation for chickening out?…
A Maziv win-win?
Vodacom’s mega-merger has finally got competition approval – four years on. A history of abusing consumers is partly to blame…
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Building emergency savings isn’t just smart – it’s a financial lifeline and the first step towards long-term freedom.…
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Expats beware: coming home could be costly if your tax affairs aren’t in order. Sars is tracking your tax residency status much more closely…
Dollar poised for technical rebound after selloff
Following a decline of about 9% against a basket of currencies this year, the dollar may be headed for a rebound…
Reframing fixed income: A world where old rules are no longer fixed
In recent years, the volatility of asset classes typically regarded as “risk free”, such as UK Gilts, German Bunds and US Treasuries, has shifted…
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Markets are moving rapidly, driven by major macroeconomic shifts, a weak dollar and AI. Strategy demands nuance, patience and skill…
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