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Why DFMs are geared to support advisers, not replace them
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In this episode of Money, Markets, and Masterminds we delve into the growing role of discretionary fund managers (DFMs) in the financial advisory landscape. We are joined by Nadir Thokan, senior DFM specialist at Alexforbes, to discuss how DFMs are transforming the industry by providing streamlined portfolio management, research, and compliance sup…
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Nearly two and a half years after the US Federal Reserve (Fed) kicked off a massive increase in interest rates, in a bid to combat surging inflation of course, global bond markets now appears to be heading in a new direction. It is widely believed that the Fed will start cutting interest rates this month at its policy-setting meeting on 18 Septembe…
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SA private equity fundraising activity surges to a 13-year high
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Close to 60% of the funds raised came from international investors, indicating growing interest from global markets in local markets. In this episode of "Money, Markets, and Masterminds," the discussion centres around the recent surge in private equity fundraising activity in South Africa, reaching a 13-year high. The conversation highlights key in…
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‘Market Pulse Monthly with Morningstar - The certainty of uncertainty - Reframing Risk
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In this episode of "Money, Markets, and Masterminds," Citywire South Africa editor Ruan Jooste is joined by Morningstar South Africa’s Head of Investments, Sean Neethling, to delve into the complexities of investment risk. They discuss the shifting market dynamics, from tech stock volatility to geopolitical tensions, and how investors can navigate …
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‘We’ve had our GFC moment’: What lies next for REITs
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Rogier Quirijns of Cohen & Steers spoke about the challenges the property sector has faced and whether it can bounce back. Rising interest rates and the pandemic acting as a catalyst for how we live and work has changed the face of the real estate sector. One portfolio manager keeping an eye on all such matters is Citywire A-rated Rogier Quirijns, …
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The impact of data and computing power on investment strategies
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The exponential growth of data availability, the immense computing power now at fund managers’ disposal and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how institutional and retail investors are approaching investing.To explore these groundbreaking developments in this podcast, we were joined by Chetan Ramlall, the head of quantitative re…
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SA's battle against financial crime – legislative strength vs implementation weakness
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In this compelling episode of ‘Money Markets and Masterminds’, we delve into the complexities of white-collar crime in South Africa: its profound economic impacts, the ongoing struggle to restore investor confidence and the urgent need for a multifaceted approach to address these crimes.Our expert guest Cameron Dunstan-Smith breaks down the crucial…
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Stacy Havener, Havener Capital, Raising assets against the odds
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Stacy Havener has raised $8bn for boutiques ‘that shouldn’t win’. Describing herself as blue-collar, ‘who got the wrong degree from the wrong school’, she sets out her stall as a much-needed misfit in the asset management industry. Her degree was English literature. And indeed, Havener is a storyteller, having communicated advice already through Ci…
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David Hunt, CEO, PGIM: Who will win in asset management
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At 12 years in charge of global asset manager PGIM, David Hunt is one of the longest-serving CEOs in the business, anywhere. This tenure might have missed the financial crisis, but it has taken in a global pandemic, a European war, spiralling inflation and fast-rising rates. There is also the never-ending challenge of generating after-cost returns …
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As trustees can be held personally liable, comprehensive risk cover is key
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Trusts in South Africa are often misunderstood and mismanaged as if they were legal entities like companies, leading to joint liability for trustees. Family members commonly act as trustees, unlike in other countries where professional trustees, like attorneys, accountants, and financial advisers, predominantly manage trusts.As such independent tru…
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Looking at the bright side of the South African economy with Adrian Saville
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In today’s episode with my guest Adrian Saville, we focussed on the country’s economic attractiveness, driven by compelling yields on government bonds, stabilising inflation and a strategically undervalued rand. We also discussed the critical reforms and infrastructural improvements necessary to stimulate growth and create jobs. Saville (pictured b…
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‘Europe is the Nexus’ David Zahn on the future of green bonds
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Citywire sits down with David Zahn, head of sustainable fixed income at Franklin Templeton, to discuss opportunities in the green bond market.Av Citywire
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‘Market Pulse Monthly with Morningstar’ - Is SA on the cusp?
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Morningstar South Africa’s Sean Neethling discusses the sentiment shift toward SA assets and what investors should pay attention to amid the government's coalition transition. ‘Welcome to 'Money, Markets, and Masterminds,' - a Citywire South Africa podcast that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment and strategic decision-making. To…
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Juan Delgado-Moreira, co-CEO, Hamilton Lane: Liquidity, wealth sales and tokenisation
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Juan Delgado-Moreira was named co-CEO of private markets manager Hamilton Lane last year, alongside Erik Hirsch. Based in Hong Kong, Delgado’s particular focus is on expanding Hamilton Lane’s presence and distribution footprint around the world. Joining Citywire Selector editor Will Robins in Citywire’s London studio, Delgado tackles questions abou…
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Putting the ETF in fund selection ETFSA director Gareth Stobie discusses the surge in JSE-listed ETFs, sector trends and what investors should look ou..
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Welcome to 'Money, Markets, and Masterminds' – a Citywire South Africa podcast – that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment and strategic decision-making. My guest today is Gareth Stobie, the founder of CoreShares, which has blossomed into a flourishing passive investment management business and ETF issuer. At the point of its acqu…
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Winkelmann exclusive: Why his team really joined AllianceBernstein
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Few fund manager changes have created as big of a stir in recent year as the news that five of Allianz Global Investors’ 12-strong equity growth team were jumping ship in October of last year. The quintet – Thorsten Winkelmann, Marcus Morris-Eyton, Robert Hoffman, Nicolas Goncalves and Darina Valkova – resurfaced at AllianceBernstein in January 202…
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Numsa boss slams neo-liberal policies and pension fund reform
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In this podcast interview with Numsa deputy general secretary Mbuso Ngubane (pictured below) at Citywire South Africa’s annual retreat in Fancourt, the union boss emphasised the importance of the working class being more active in the economy and owning the means of production.Numsa is the biggest trade union in South Africa with around 340,000 mem…
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'Mind over Markets with Morningstar' - How sticky are flows, really?
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Today is our first episode of a new underlying series in partnership with Morningstar South Africa and their Head of Investments - Sean Neethling, who was on the show not too long ago.This new series is aptly called: ‘Mind over Markets with Morningstar’ and will provide the latest insights on monthly investment trends. So, for the foreseeable futur…
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Alexforbes addresses several misconceptions around the upcoming two-POT retirement system
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The two-pot retirement fund system is the most significant reform that the local pension fund industry has seen in recent years.Besides getting a handle on the legal changes — including the Revenue Laws Amendment Bill and the Pension Laws Amendment Bill —each private and public fund will also have to amend its rules to accommodate the new regime. T…
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‘No longer unipolar’: Investing in emerging market debt in a fast changing world
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Cathy Hepworth of PGIM Fixed Income discusses how the ‘great power competition’ between the US and its rivals is reshaping investment in the developing world. With the face of global geopolitics rapidly changing, keeping abreast of developments in the huge universe of emerging market debt is no mean feat. Cathy Hepworth, who manages a host of local…
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Trustees need to ensure that members have access to financial advice
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In this episode, we delve into the essential topic of default regulations and their impact on investors and retirees. We'll explore the significance of these regulations for investment portfolios, the crucial roles of trustees and financial advisers and the strategic setup of the Investment Policy Statement. Discover how these regulations, implemen…
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The rise in JSE company delistings has elevated investor concerns
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The South Africa of 1995 was a very different place. The country was basking in the glow of its first democratic elections the year before. We won the Rugby World Cup for the first time and DStv had just launched.The Johannesburg Stock Exchange also looked vastly different. At the time, 600 companies were listed on the exchange. Only six of the com…
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Probate challenges and estate planning complexities
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Many South African investors are seeking offshore opportunities, whether for diversification purposes or a currency hedge, or due to an economic or a political agenda.However, a recurring, underlying problem in such decisions is that most individuals don’t realise how their foreign investments may impact their estate on death.Offshore probate refer…
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From past to present – the role of CPD in shaping financial, legal and tax advice
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Welcome to Money, Markets, and Masterminds,’ a Citywire South Africa podcast that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment and strategic decision-making.In this episode, we explore the captivating journey of continuous professional development (CPD) in South Africa, with a specific focus on its impact within the tax advisory landscape…
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Unveiling the lasting value of brokers – insights from the funeral industry
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Insurance brokers still play a vital role in the financial services industry in providing product expertise, access to markets, claims assistance and regulatory compliance support.Despite technological advancements and alternative distribution channels, brokers continue to serve very specific needs in the value chain.In this episode we are talking …
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How open are African pension funds to offshore allocations?
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As the global economy evolves, so do the strategies of institutional investors, including pension funds. With an aim to diversify their portfolios and optimise returns, many retirement funds across the continent are increasingly looking towards offshore investments. But I wanted to find out what exactly the trends are and what is driving this shift…
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Prescribed assets - The potential erosion of investor choice and misallocation of capital
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Welcome to 'Money, Markets, and Masterminds,' - a Citywire South Africa podcast - that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment, and strategic decision-making. If you're a fund selector or an independent financial adviser, looking for insights, analysis, and expert opinions to enhance your perspective, you're in the right place - here…
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ASISA’s refreshed approach to the 2023 hedge funds statistics
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On Tuesday I was invited to attend a media conference at the Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA), where the organisation introduced its Transformation Report, amongst other things. It detailed the progress made by ASISA members between 2018 and 2022 and revealed that both life offices and asset managers had made encouraging …
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‘Policy making is a bit like fashion’: Inside this year’s key political elections.
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2024 has been dubbed the year of the polls, with 50 countries holding elections and more than 2 billion voters heading to the polls, including in the US, UK, India, Mexico and South Africa. Mike Coop, Morningstar’s chief investment officer for EMEA, discusses which are the most important election in his opinion and how investors can protect portfol…
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Understanding the tax implications of the SA's two-pot retirement system
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"Welcome to 'Money, Markets, and Masterminds,' - a Citywire South Africa podcast - that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment, and strategic decision-making. If you're a fund selector or an independent financial adviser, looking for insights, analysis, and expert opinions to enhance your perspective, you're in the right place - her…
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How government policies will affect taxpayers and their advisers
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‘Welcome to ‘Money, Markets, and Masterminds,’ – a Citywire South Africa podcast – that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment and strategic decision-making.If you’re a fund selector or an independent financial adviser looking for insights, analysis and expert opinions to enhance your perspective, you’re in the right place, with me …
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A PMs view of the mining industry's balance sheet and how gold has proved most resilient
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Welcome to 'Money, Markets, and Masterminds' - Citywire South Africa's inaugural podcast - that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment, and strategic decision-making.Av Ruan Jooste
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‘It's hard to have a view in a manipulated market’: Why this strategy chief remains cold on China’
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Aviva Investors chief economist Mick Grady assesses the global economy moving into 2024 and explains his firm’s asset allocation strategy. With the majority of 2024 lying ahead, Aviva Investors chief economist and investment strategist Mick Grady has plenty to think about. He spoke to Citywire Selector news editor Ian Heath about how 2023 panned ou…
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