“Black box” hedge funds profit in volatile markets
Computer-run hedge funds profit as funds managed by human beings struggle to cope with high market volatility.
Market volatility hits pension funds
South African pension fund members have lost an estimated R121bn this year.
Africa “destination of choice’ for investors, say experts
"We are seeing a fairly significant interest which has translated into investment flows."
Mobius sees resilience in emerging markets
"The emerging markets are in much better shape than the developed countries."
Investors upbeat on equity valuations
"It is notable that two out of every three participants [of a survey] believe the market offers good value."
Will SA follow Europe and ban short-selling?
SA doesn’t have the same issues that are being experienced in Europe or the US, says the JSE.
Africa private equity IPOs rising
Momentum builds across IPO markets, giving private equity sponsors an ever-widening window to exit