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Recession… so what?

In the past week uncertainty caused volatility in global stock markets to drag on. Uncertainty about war, commodity prices, inflation, interest rate increases, lockdowns in China, global economic growth, and the likes, are all keeping investors, and the markets that they represent, both nervous and restless.

The end of easy monetary policy

In global markets: This past month has been all about the war…

Central Bank digital currencies and their far-reaching consequences

The rise of the technology that underpins “crypto” will…

Higher interest rates in South Africa

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has, again, increased interest rates by 0.25%. This is the third increase since December 2021, bringing the repurchase, or policy, rate that the SARB offers banks up to 4.25%.

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Is there a recession on the horizon?

Between all the headlines of war, interest rate hikes, volatile markets, and the concerns emanating from these, theories about an upcoming recession are becoming ever-more frequent.

Update on NAVIGA income portfolio

Flexible income funds can invest in various income-generating instruments, such as bonds, property, and global, to enhance the yield above money market rates. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis resulted in negative market sentiment and higher inflation expectations, which have had a negative impact on these asset classes.

What to expect from fuel prices in South Africa

As the war in the Ukraine continues, you might have heard some rumours about fuel prices in South Africa (SA). Some commentators that I would not refer to as experts even believe that fuel prices can reach R40 a litre.