Tuesday, April 1, 2025

PODCAST: Budget 2025 – what to expect

In this special edition of No Ordinary Wednesday, Investec experts Chief Economist Annabel Bishop, Treasury Economist Tertia Jacobs and Chief Investment Strategist Chris Holdsworth share their predictions for Budget 2025

A structured approach to investing in China

Some local investors looking to diversify portfolios beyond developed markets in response to high valuations and slower growth are considering emerging market exposure in the hunt for better returns. Investec explains the opportunity in China in this piece.

Low-Risk High-Reward: The Low-Volatility Anomaly

Nico Katzke explores the high-risk, high-reward "truism" in investing and whether it is actually possible to have one's cake and eat it by focusing on lower volatility stocks.

Joint Firm Intention Announcement: Offer by Newco to acquire and delist Barloworld and withdrawal of cautionary

Barloworld has placed the full joint firm intention announcement in Ghost Mail. Alongside the announcement, I've included a few key points for you to be aware of.

WEBINAR: Last minute Section 12B solar investment

Jaltech is launching its final Section 12B investment for the 2025 financial year. This investment is designed for investors who have realised late in the year that they need to reduce their tax liability before the end of February 2025.

How SA investors can hedge against hackers

Recent Southern African Fraud Prevention Service statistics paint a concerning picture, reporting a 32% increase in fraud incidents and a staggering 54% rise in...

PODCAST: MAGAnomics – Trump and the global economy

What impact will Trump's presidency have on the global economy and emerging markets? Tune in to the latest episode of the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast for insights from Investec experts, Annabel Bishop (SA) and Ellie Henderson (UK). 

Innovative funding remains the charge powering SA’s energy transition

The ongoing evolution of the renewable energy investment landscape in South Africa requires innovative funding structures, as explained by Johan Marais and Taona Kokera of Forvis Mazars in South Africa.
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