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Is diversification for people who don’t know where the sweet spot is?

2019-04-16

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We have more investment options available to us than ever before. Does that mean we should be investing in more than one? https://invest.ec/2uRQncN #partnerwithInvestec

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Does more choice mean better investment decisions?

2019-04-15

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For some, choice means freedom. For others it simply means indecision. To find out more about this topic, click here: https://invest.ec/2CSyazT #partnerwithInvestec

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In turbulent times, are developed markets more or less risky than emerging markets?

2019-04-15

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In turbulent times, are developed markets more or less risky than emerging markets? https://invest.ec/2CSYYQR #partnerwithInvestec

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Will my investments age as gracefully as I intend to?

2019-04-15

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Increasing lifespans isn’t just good news for humans, it’s good news for investments too. https://invest.ec/2FV2U5x #partnerwithInvestec

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Does success rest on timing the market or time in the market?

2019-04-15

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Time has a value; especially when it comes to investments. https://invest.ec/2HWxhL2 #partnerwithInvestec

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Young hockey players get put through their paces by SA’s best

2019-04-01

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SA’s top coaches impart years of experience and skill to elevate young hockey talent. Find out more https://invest.ec/2uDBzhO

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Partner with Investec

2019-03-28

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We live in a complex, ever-changing world. One that’s best navigated with an Out of the Ordinary partner. https://invest.ec/2U3fUP6 #partnerwithInvestec

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Cybercrimes of the future

2019-03-18

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AI-driven cybercrime, crashing IOT networks, connected car attacks… according to Matt Marx, dean of future crimes and security at xTech.Institute, this is all possible right now. Speaking at the CA(SA) of the Future Conference, sponsored by Investec, Marx says that as more and more devices connect to the internet, the types of cybercrime we are …

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Women’s golf

2019-03-01

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Investec Property are #BuildingWomenChampions who are breaking new ground. The 2019 Investec South Africa Women’s Open, 14-16 March at the Westlake Golf Course.

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Budget 2019: “We dodged a worst-case scenario”

2019-02-28

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“It’s fair to describe it as a feel-good budget on the basis that the worst-case scenario was significantly worse than what came out. They could have said, ‘We’re giving R100bn straight away to Eskom’ and then Moody’s would have been finding reasons for a downgrade, pronto. They [Treasury] didn’t do that, because they’re cognizant of …

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Rocking the gig economy

2019-02-27

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The gig economy – a labour market made up of freelance, short-term, on-demand work – is redefining the way companies hire and how individuals structure their careers. Stacey Ferreira, a serial tech entrepreneur and the co-author of 2 Billion Under 20: How Millennials are Breaking Down Age Barriers and Changing the World, shares her views …

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Budget 2019 | Slight dip for the rand, as markets react

2019-02-26

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There was some panic in the markets as Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni delivered the Budget speech in Parliament. The rand weakened to R14.37 to the dollar and asset classes in South Africa went on a downward spiral as the news of a R69bn bailout for Eskom, and a blown debt ceiling, were announced, but there …

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Budget 2019 | It’s going to be a rocky road for a long time to come

2019-02-26

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The Finance Minister is certainly putting his stamp on things that he started that a few months ago, but government is made up of many stakeholders, certainly the ANC is made up of many stakeholders and we’re going to need to bring them on board to appease the unions. We still have some policy uncertainty …

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Budget 2019 | Tax announcements – no surprises

2019-02-26

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While direct taxes have not been increased (other than bracket creep which is expected to raise R12.8bn), there will be increases in the so-called sin taxes as well as taxes on fuel. – Rene van Zyl, Tax & Fiduciary expert, Investec. Find out more https://invest.ec/2tF7H3P

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Investec Life Mortgage Protection Cover

2019-02-26

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Investec brings you a first in South Africa: efficient Mortgage Protection Cover, where your premiums adjust according to your home loan balance. Find out more https://invest.ec/2SsoTUq

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What is Mortgage Protection Cover?

2019-02-26

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Investec brings you smart, efficient Mortgage Protection Cover that adapts to your changing life needs and secures your family home. Find out more https://invest.ec/2SsoTUq

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Budget 2019 | Tito’s tough talk and tightrope walk

2019-02-21

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Tito Mboweni’s maiden Budget may be enough to stave off a credit negative response from Moody’s but the risk remains that the agency may still downgrade SA’s outlook from stable to negative later this year, albeit not the rating.

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Maps at home with his art

2019-02-11

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Maps Maponyane shares his collection and what to consider when buying art. #ICTAF #InvestecArt

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Social media with Maps Maponyane and Emma Sadleir

2019-02-08

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Emma Sadleir and Maps Mapoyane talk about protecting your personal brand on social media. This video shows the legal, disciplinary and reputational risks of social media. Maps Maponyane is an ambassador for Investec Private Banking. Emma Sadlier in South Africa’s leading expert on social media law and the founder of the Digital Law Company. Follow …

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The Art of Hanging Art with Ruarc Peffers

2019-01-11

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Senior Art Specialist and Aspire Art Director Ruarc Peffers talks to Investec Private Banking about the best way to hang art in your home or office in a step-by-step video guide. Follow AspireArt @AspireArtSA, Investec Cape Town Art Fair @ICTArtFair, and @investec on Twitter and Instagram.

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