South Africa wins a credit-rating upgrade: What comes next? South Africa’s return to investment grade hinges on more economic reforms, less red tape, faster growth and political stability… by Vernon Wessels November 17, 2025 Economy & Markets·News
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Bonds, banks are flavour of the month Tariffs, market swings and GNU jitters rattle investors. But bonds and emerging markets offer value, so stay calm and don’t rush to switch your… by Vernon Wessels May 9, 2025 Investing & Finance
Blurred lines: The ‘EM-ification’ of developed markets ‘Political instability’, ‘rising populism’ and ‘unsustainable public finances’ are terms traditionally associated with emerging markets.… by Peter Kent April 15, 2025 Partner Content
Why fixed income still shines amid Trump 2.0 and GNU Trump 2.0. GNU jitters. Markets on edge. Bonds and cash are the grown-ups in the room, offering real returns when the world goes wobbly… by James Turp April 2, 2025 Investing & Finance·Opinion
Buy-to-let: More schlep than profit? Thinking of buying to let? High taxes, tenant headaches and hidden costs could eat into your returns. Is the hassle worth it?… by Vernon Wessels March 5, 2025 Investing & Finance
Why SA Inc is tipped to outshine Wall Street South African markets are on the rise. With strong earnings growth and investor optimism, could SA stocks and bonds outperform global markets?… by Vernon Wessels February 17, 2025 Investing & Finance
What South Africa’s largest fund is buying now Kabelo Rikhotso, the chief investment officer of South Africa’s largest pension fund manager, the Public Investment Corporation, says that if he could, he’d buy… by Vernon Wessels October 4, 2024 Investing & Finance
Go long! There’s still (some) money to be made in bonds The rand, which has already strengthened to its strongest level in 18 months, could gain more ground – provided the government can sustain the… by Vernon Wessels October 3, 2024 Economy & Markets
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