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What does it really mean to be a patient investor?
Having managed money together for decades we have lost count of the number of times we convinced ourselves of being sensible when, in truth, we
SARS sharpens its focus on South Africa’s High-Wealth Individuals
High-Wealth Individuals (HWIs), defined by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) as individuals with gross assets of R75 million or more, play a significant role
From side hustles to smart stocks: How young South Africans can run the modern stockmarket
There are few generations who understand the power of the side hustle more than today’s youth. But there’s also no generation that values investment as
Investor insights in a world of risk and opportunities
The gold price reached 45 new all-time highs during 2025, and the 65% price gain in the year dwarfed anything experienced in the 2000s bull
Business Economy Budget 2026 | 7 key take-aways from Godongwana’s speech
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the 2026 Budget on Wednesday, February 26. The 2026 Budget signals a turning point in fiscal stability. Debt is stabilising, no broad
Good news about salaries in 2026 – with tax relief on the cards
The PayInet Net Salary Index rose in January, with PayInc optimistic about real wage increases for workers in South Africa. The index tracks the nominal
Doing nothing is a decision – and it’s costing investors
Set and forget” portfolios are quietly eroding long-term returns. Multiple global studies show that the average investor consistently underperforms the market by 3-5 percentage points
Get ready for a noisy year!
In 2026, rewards will come to those who are willing to rebalance boldly but thoughtfully; who diversify globally without abandoning local conviction; and who help