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While markets stared down those loaded gun barrels, investors chose to focus rather on strong corporate earnings growth, the boom in artificial intelligence and some moderation in inflation
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The June memorandum of understanding that brought peace to the US-Iran conflict was very short-lived and July was marked by continuous strikes and counterstrikes between the warring parties.
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June markets balanced US-Iran peace hopes, lower oil prices and renewed risk appetite as the S&P 500 ended slightly lower
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Monthly insights into global markets, earnings, and economic developments shaping investment conditions.
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Monthly insights into global markets, earnings, and economic developments shaping investment conditions.
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A disciplined, growth-focused Budget 2026 signals renewed fiscal credibility for South Africa, with meaningful relief for households and a clear commitment to long-term stability.
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The premier stock-picking competition designed to engage, educate, and excite both novice and experienced investors.
David Shapiro
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While markets stared down those loaded gun barrels, investors chose to focus rather on strong corporate earnings growth, the boom in artificial intelligence and some moderation in inflation
Craig Pheiffer
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Clients can be doing perfectly well. Their portfolios are growing, returns are steady, and the long-term plan is intact. Yet, like scrolling through Instagram, they begin to feel left behind.
David Shapiro
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Read more to discover why patience may be investing’s last true advantage in changing markets.
Andrew Padoa
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The June memorandum of understanding that brought peace to the US-Iran conflict was very short-lived and July was marked by continuous strikes and counterstrikes between the warring parties.
Craig Pheiffer
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Why protecting capital matters more than chasing spectacular returns across volatile markets.
Andrew Padoa
3 Aug 2026
With inflation pressures still elevated but parts of the outlook improving, the MPC’s next decision could reasonably go either way
Craig Pheiffer
21 Jul 2026
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Veenesh Dhayalam
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June markets balanced US-Iran peace hopes, lower oil prices and renewed risk appetite as the S&P 500 ended slightly lower
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In this edition of Lens on Markets, we look at how, Rivian Automotive shares fell in extended trading after the electric-vehicle manufacturer announced plans to sell 75 million shares
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David Shapiro reflects on oil volatility, a hawkish Fed, AI-driven growth and the resilience of US equities.
David Shapiro
2 Jul 2026
Monthly insights into global markets, earnings, and economic developments shaping investment conditions.
Editorial team
9 Jun 2026
Monthly insights into global markets, earnings, and economic developments shaping investment conditions.
Editorial team
6 May 2026
Investment success depends more on temperament than intelligence
Editorial team
21 Apr 2026
Disciplined investing, thoughtful risk and long-term outcomes
Editorial team
20 Mar 2026
Delisted group pivots to investment management and equipment finance after exiting banking operations.
Editorial team
17 Mar 2026
Sasfin Wealth is changing its name.
Editorial team
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