After a tough couple of years, few workers will be surprised if the end-of-year ‘bonus season’ is less rewarding than in years gone by. However, says Ishani Khoosal-Kala, the Head of EB Corporate...
What’s the difference between legacy planning and estate planning?
We all want to leave a legacy, but this is not always as easy and as straightforward as it seems. In the past year we have all witnessed how quickly circumstances can change, emphasising the...
Sanlam ranks in Top 50 for women CEOs On Continent
The pandemic exacerbated the gender divide – of the 3 million job losses during the 2020 lockdowns in South Africa, 2 million were women. And current forecasts from UN Women predict it will take 130...
Should you revenge spend on travel this holiday season?
Yes, but be mindful of your long-term financial goals After 18 months of lockdowns and the easing of travel restrictions, optimism is finally returning to many South Africans who have had to halt...
Omicron: What it means for markets
Our experts set out six scenarios emerging from the new Covid-19 variant and assess the decisions investors now face. Mark Ainsworth, Head of Data Insights: The new Covid-19 variant B.1.1.529, or...
Changes brought about by the recognition of Customary Marriages Amendment Act
In the distribution of death benefits or approval of payment to non-member spouses in divorce claims, boards of management often deal with customary marriages. The Recognition of Customary Marriages...
Lazy thinking or tried-and-tested strategies?
The world is always evolving. Often, this change takes place at a slow and steady pace, and the changes may even go unnoticed and assimilate into the background. In such an environment, what worked...
Ninety One’s 2022 Investment Outlooks: The challenges of normalisation
While the transition to normalised monetary policy creates uncertainty for the macroeconomic outlook, continued vaccine roll-outs are expected to help underpin growth in 2022. With this backdrop,...
Endowments play a vital role in a diversified portfolio
Limiting the tax that you pay can have a significant impact on the growth of your share portfolio and other investments over time. Investing through an endowment policy can not only reduce your tax...
Alexander Forbes announces proposed acquisition of EBS International
Alexander Forbes has entered into a sale and purchase agreement with the shareholders of EBS International (EBS) to acquire 100% of the issued share capital in EBS subject to the fulfilment of...
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