Financial Associates

NEWSLETTERS

JUNE 2024 Edition

The 2024 general elections in South Africa have been a significant event, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's democratic journey. The results of these elections carry profound implications for the political landscape, economic policies, and social dynamics of the country.
  

JULY 2024 Edition

The GNU, which represents a coalition of various political entities, has brought about a wave of optimism, particularly among market players. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange and the national currency have both experienced a boost, signalling confidence in the new government's potential to govern effectively
  
  

AUGUST 2024

The landscape of investment in South Africa has been dynamic and ever-evolving, with unit trust funds consistently at the forefront for individual investors seeking diversified portfolios. Unit trusts, by design, pool resources from multiple investors to invest in a variety of financial instruments, including stocks, bonds, and other securities.
  

SEPTEMBER 2024

A recent global survey from Edelman shows that as little as one in four South Africans believe that most people in the country can be trusted. Lullu Krugel, PwC SA Chief Economist and Africa Sustainability Platform Leader, says that social capital plays a pivotal role in economic development.
  

OCTOBER 2024

In September, the South African Reserve Bank made a significant move by cutting the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 8%. This means that the prime lending rate is currently 11.5%. This decision came in response to a notable decline in consumer inflation.