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2018-05-23 14:54
How to trade like an expert
There is no such thing as easy money when it comes to trading, but with the right amount of work, practice and discipline, you’ll be well on your way. Here are 14 trading tips from a pro.
2018-05-23 14:25
Privatising SAA will require the wisdom of Solomon
With the continued calls to privatise our national carrier, it may serve us to look at Air India’s weak turnaround attempt as an example of how difficult it could be.
2018-05-23 10:10
Why cash isn’t always king
It’s good for companies to have cash, but a balance sheet that is carrying too much of it is not necessarily the best thing for shareholders.
2018-05-22 14:52
How to print a house
Technology is disrupting just about every industry imaginable. Looking for a house? Soon you might be able to 3D print it.
2018-05-22 11:46
Astral’s turnaround a success story
Poultry producer Astral’s share price has increased by more than 100% since the dark days of 2016/2017.
When and how to rebalance your portfolio
2018-05-22 10:25
There are three methods that you can use to correct the weightings in your portfolio. But it is important to ensure that you always add value when rebalancing.
A record of outperforming
2018-05-21 12:22
We take a closer look at the Allan Gray Stable Fund, which provides exposure to various asset classes and has outperformed its benchmark over the latest five- and 10-year periods.
Quiz #191 21 - 27 May
2018-05-17 15:04
Let's see how up-to-date you are with current affairs. Complete our quiz to find out if you're in the loop.
It’s about quality, not quantity in 2018
2018-05-17 11:05
Despite a slow start to the year, it seems that investor sentiment is looking up and the JSE will be welcoming some substantial companies in the months ahead.
The real benefits of doing an exit interview
2018-05-17 14:51
Oftentimes, exit interviews are merely conducted as part of an HR routine and ultimately provide little benefit. But, if done correctly, they can be extremely valuable.
Sim Tshabalala on land: ‘I’m not panicked’
2018-05-17 10:48
Engagement is needed on expropriation and nationalisation, says Standard Bank CEO Sim Tshabalala.
South Africa
May 25 2018 13:37
The country’s economic hub is under financial pressure with National Treasury cutting municipal grants as part of the February budget’s plan to reduce the fiscal deficit.
World
May 24 2018 11:30
UK retail sales have rebounded more than expected in April as the spring weather lured shoppers into stores.
Money Clinic
May 08 2018 18:55
A Fin24 user wants to invest in a tax-free savings account and also has questions about retirement annuities.
Entrepreneurs
May 24 2018 17:21
Keith Crocker, owner and founder of Crockers Iron and Metal works, started his business 42 years ago when he bought some machines and engineering equipment.
Markets
May 25 2018 12:59
The rand was trading weaker ahead of ratings agency S&P's credit rating decision on South Africa.
Companies
May 25 2018 19:51
Net 1 UEPS Technologies has asked the chief justice to order the welfare agency to release money to Cash Paymaster Services, after CPS said it would struggle to keep operating amid a dispute over fees.
Investments
May 22 2018 06:01
Knowing which biases press your buttons will help you make sound investment decisions. Werner Erasmus looks at some of the most important ones.
Tech
May 25 2018 07:03
The South African Reserve Bank chooses to call digital currencies such as Bitcoin “cyber-tokens” because they don’t meet the requirements to be classified as money.
Finweek
May 23 2018 14:54
There is no such thing as easy money when it comes to trading, but with the right amount of work, practice and discipline, you’ll be well on your way. Here are 14 trading tips from a pro.