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Another turn for interest rate expectations in South Africa this week
Markets are pricing in a higher chance of an interest cut this week, though consensus is still tilted toward a hold. According to Investec Chief Economist Annabel Bishop, markets are
Making Sense of Market Predictions: What Actually Matters for 2026
Every year, a small cadre of investors truly excel at anticipating the future. They combine deep experience, world-class research, and intellectual humility in a way that occasionally allows them to
How much you’ll save on your bond after the latest interest rate cut
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points, which provides some additional financial relief for homeowners and prospective buyers. This decision, announced after
5 trends transforming retirement planning in 2026
For decades, retirement was a single moment. You worked, you stopped, and life after 60 followed a predictable script. That script is changing fast. Global population trends, new career patterns,
Top insurance tips this festive season
Cape Town – According to reports, crime rates on average increase by an estimated 20% to 30% during December and January. House break-ins also spike, with some data showing as much
Futureproofing your access to quality healthcare: a multi-layered approach to healthcare funding
South Africa’s private healthcare landscape is under tremendous cost and supply pressures, forcing many consumers to rethink how they structure their healthcare financial plan to keep it affordable without sacrificing
SARS will soon know about every foreign property you own. Are you prepared?
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is about to gain unprecedented visibility into your offshore life. A new global tax agreement means SARS will soon automatically receive detailed information about
How to retire comfortably in South Africa
Retirement planning in South Africa has become increasingly difficult, but it is not impossible for those who start early and make informed decisions to retire comfortably. Masegomotso Ramalosa, consultant at
Pensions and policy choices
A lot has changed over the past 90 years, especially in the quality and extent of human lives. The 90th anniversary of US President Franklin Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act
Shifting the savings curve: A behavioural blueprint for employers
Employers play a crucial role in retirement savings in South Africa. Many employers recognise the important role employer-arranged retirement investments, such as umbrella funds, can play in supporting employees’ long-term
How SARB’s new rules affect the transfer of South African-sourced income abroad
At the end of October 2025, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) introduced material changes to the processing of cross-border income transfers. While intended to reinforce compliance and enhance alignment
Money matters: How better financial habits can boost your mental health
As South Africans grapple with rising costs, small, deliberate steps toward financial control can ease stress around finances and strengthen emotional resilience. As Mental Health Awareness Month approaches, conversations around