Newsletter November 2024

6 Winning Strategies That Top Investors and Elite Endurance Athletes Share

A recent survey from the US reveals that people who do endurance sport as a hobby earn three times more than the average person. Surprising? 

Initially, perhaps. But when you look closer, the traits that fuel success on the trail often mirror those that drive wealth building.

Read on for six habits that top investors and elite athletes share.

Why the Rand Shouldn’t Be Your Main Reason for Investing Offshore

South Africans tend to fixate on the performance of the rand. We’ve all become used to our currency losing value. Can you believe that 20 years ago we were paying R5 to the dollar?

Little wonder, then, that many investors believe this trend is the main reason for investing offshore. 

Thing is, the weak rand shouldn’t actually be the first thing you think about when going offshore. Global diversification is a much bigger drawcard.

Evolving Wealth Part 1: Gen Z, Trailblazers of the Digital Investment Era

Welcome to the first in a series of articles exploring how different generations approach investing. And where better to begin than with the freshest and most dynamic group: Gen Z? This generation is not just following trends – they’re redefining the game. 

Even if you’re not a part of Gen Z, the insights shared here will open your eyes to a new approach to investing. We’re never too old learn new things, right?

Market Update: Reasons for SA Investors to Be Hopeful?

It’s the countdown to the US elections and stock markets have come off the boil, as investors anticipate the volatility that will surely surround the elections. 

As always, South Africa is likely to get swept up in the ups and downs. But there are several reasons to be hopeful for the domestic markets – achievements that could sustain the post-election equity market rally.