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Reserve Bank expected to cut rates by 25 basis points this week
A third consecutive interest rate cut will help stimulate the economy, but the central bank will also be cautious about inflation pressures
Participation in structured investment portfolios soar past R17 billion as investors anticipate market changes
South Africans have made approximately R17.5 billion return to the world of structured investments, reflecting the need for solutions that provide some level of security and…
‘Cancer-related insurance claims on the rise, post-Covid-19’
Cancer accounted for about 32.3% of all insurer Liberty’s claims for 2023 This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail &…
The psychology of offshore investing: Understanding and overcoming behavioural biases
An adviser brings an external, objective perspective to the investor’s financial plan
Luxury investing is booming in South Africa, bringing passion and joy back into the investment game
Starting off with traditional offshore investments can be a great stepping stone to expand your earning potential and perhaps fund those passion purchases
Who decides the common good?
Striking a balance between individual liberties and the welfare of broader society
Entrepreneurial excellence among SA learners celebrated at 6th National Youth Awards
The Smartbucks programme has found a formula that delivers financial literacy in a way that appeals to the youth
Another day, another data breach
Liberty is just the latest in a growing list of targets, heightening the urgency to protect information
Liberty refuses to pay hackers
Liberty Holdings says it refused a ransom demand after hackers breached its IT infrastructure and accessed some emails.
Jargon Buster: Strategic asset allocation vs tactical asset allocation
Andrew Kemp, head of asset consulting at Liberty Corporate, explains what SAA,TAA and "timing the market" mean.
How good a saver are you?
Liberty’s online quiz determines whether you’re a good saver or just good at wasting money.
Be a finance minister at home
Tendani Mantshimuli, consumer economist at Liberty Retail SA, says running your household on limited funds is not unlike managing a country’s budget.
Jargon Buster: Alpha vs Beta
Andrew Kemp, head of asset consulting at Liberty Corporate, gives <i>Smart Money</i> the low-down on Alpha and Beta.
Insurance market gets a new player
A reader wants to know more about a new direct insurer Frank.net, in particular the fact that it pays out when you are retrenched.
A festive-season survival plan
How to get through the next two weeks without losing sight of your financial goals.