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2019-03-20 12:49
Don’t compare apples to pears
It’s important to know what investors are talking about when they refer to the South African market and, more importantly, to know what fund managers and ETFs refer to when measuring fund goals a ...
2019-03-20 10:39
Keyless technology eases property management
A new digital and wireless solution allows companies and landlords to manage access to buildings remotely.
2019-03-14 08:57
Attention investors: Time is money!
One of the important takeaways from Warren Buffett’s annual Berkshire Hathaway letter is that the biggest asset investors have is time. Use it wisely.
2019-03-20 14:36
Why investors shouldn’t be looking exclusively for salvation offshore
Although we’ve definitely experienced some of the worst times in our local market over the last five years, the JSE’s underperformance isn’t exclusively because of what happened in South Africa.
Don’t try to be the market-timer!
2019-03-19 12:31
The last few years have been challenging, but investors shouldn’t reduce risk based on this weak performance. In fact, if you do this, you might be setting yourself on a lower growth trajectory.
How celebrities can save your life
2019-03-18 14:23
A recent study has shown that when celebrities endorsed a measles vaccination campaign in Indonesia, it actually made people immunise their children more.
Quiz #211: 18 - 25 March
2019-03-14 13:43
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Flying further afield
2019-03-14 09:46
Comair CEO Erik Venter has been with the company for over two decades. Over the last few years, the company’s focus has shifted beyond aviation in order to grow the business.
Off to a credible start to the year
2019-03-14 09:20
The first quarter of 2019 is coming to a close and it looks like our local equity market had a reasonable start, all things considered. Globally, markets also faced challenges but managed stronge ...
How a company’s debt can cripple shareholders
2019-03-14 08:48
Company debt is not necessarily a problem, but when it becomes excessive, it can prove disastrous for shareholders. It’s therefore imperative to keep an eye on debt levels.
South Africa
Mar 26 2019 13:02
The performance of the civil construction sector in South Africa has gone from bad to worse, with the latest FNB/BER Civil Confidence Index reflecting the lowest confidence levels ever recorded.
World
Mar 26 2019 09:28
German business morale has improved unexpectedly in March after six consecutive drops, suggesting that Europe's largest economy is likely to pick up in the coming months after it avoided a recession last year.
Money Clinic
Feb 12 2019 06:00
Have a money problem that needs solving? Fin24 can help! This month our focus is on savings and how to better manage your budget. Send your question to editor@fin24.com or find the Money Clinic box on the right of our homepage.
Entrepreneurs
Mar 24 2019 13:00
Retrenchment led Grace Masango to start her own business, offering mine tours for tourists and local schools.
Markets
Mar 26 2019 08:09
TreasuryONE said earlier that the expected credit rating from Moody's on Friday could see the rand change course.
Companies
Mar 26 2019 10:33
The Companies and Intellectual Properties Commission's order issued to the Public Investment Corporation to recoup R4.3bn from AYO Technology Solutions has been declared unlawful by the Pretoria High Court.
Investments
Mar 17 2019 10:50
Maximising your contributions or making a lump sum payment towards your pension, provident or retirement annuity is the most efficient way to minimise the impact of rising taxes while building long term capital, says Regard Budler, head of product solutions at Momentum Corporate.
Tech
Mar 26 2019 06:30
The service, called Apple Arcade, will be integrated into the App Store and will include more than 100 games exclusive to the service and Apple’s platform.
Finweek
Mar 25 2019 12:41
PriceCheck lists product prices at various retailers to help online shoppers make better-informed purchasing decisions.