Allan Gray
latest news & developmentsIt’s crisis time for out-of-touch JSE
Delistings and barriers to newcomers threaten to make the local bourse more top-heavy, seeing it serve an even narrower section of the economy
The age-old stokvel moves into the digital era
Can the stokvel, the home-grown savings institution tried and tested over the ages, go digital? At least two startup fintech companies reckon so, arguing that bringing zeros and…
Default regulations will simplify investment options
‘Independent financial advice is still important’
High fees erode your investments
New middlemen mean today’s investors are paying more fees than previous generations
Government funds helped keep Eskom liquid, committee hears
The utility’s executives updated the standing committee on appropriations on the progress made at Eskom
Investors dive into Murray & Roberts as Germany’s Aton makes takeover bid
German firm Aton intends to make Murray & Roberts an offer at R15 a share to all the group’s shareholders
Index funds rocking in hard places
Common ownership could dampen competitive behaviour – or it could accelerate recovery
How Serge beat Net1’s shareholders
But there is still hope for a precedent that will keep companies honest
For Net1 a big profit is a big problem
For years Net1 had been criticised about its financial dealings with grant recipients, such as selling them life insurance.
Match your annuity and expiry date
A living annuity is a popular retirement choice but it has to be carefully managed
World Bank’s IFC, Allan Gray rush to curb fallout of grants debacle
The two biggest Net1 investors admit to CPS worries, but disagree on scale and severity.
Allan Gray invests in Zimbabwean beer and cellphones
Despite Zimbabwe’s shrinking economy, Allan Gray is upping its stakes in the Zimbabwean sorghum beer and mobile phone markets.
Beware of being over diversified
For every new investment you take out you incur additional costs. You should rather look to consolidate than spread yourself too thinly.
Who gets your retirement fund benefits when you die?
Be aware that retirement annuities, pension, provident and preservation funds differ from other investments.
How to select the right investment
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