Rand softer vs dollar on euro jitters

The rand was softer against the dollar in early morning trade as it tracked a jittery euro, and analysts say they expect the rand to keep weakening.

Successful investing in the current market requires pragmatism

It is easier to generate superior investment returns off people's fear than profit from their greed, says Armien Tyer, of Sanlam Investment Managers.

Keep those emotions in check as markets tumble

As European stocks tumble to a level not seen since after the financial crisis in 2009, beware of letting emotions make your investment decisions.

Steer clear of big bets in the current environment

Peter Brooke, head of Macro Strategy Investments at Omigsa looks at how investors should be positioning their investments in troubled times.

World Cup hosting lifts Qatar stocks

Qatar's stock market index surged on Sunday, the first trading day after the Gulf state won the bid to host the 2022 football World Cup.

SABMiller says net profits jump in first half

SABMiller said net profits rallied 15% in the first half of its financial year as it was boosted by cost cutting, emerging markets and price hikes.

Picking the bottom

The difference between investing at the top or bottom of the market is measured in millions. But even the worst timing beats inflation in the end

Should I invest now?

Two readers want to know whether they should invest in the markets now.

A positive start is needed

What a difference a week makes. With month-end now upon us, we are sticking to our plans and are flipping the trade from a short to a long.

Buy on rumour, sell on fact

Trader's blog: Market anxiety grows despite better than expected earnings out of the US. So what are the best trades to place?

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