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Good value/quality investments in a poorly-performing economy can outperform over-priced investments in a booming economy.

The attraction of the upfront income tax relief, via Section 12J, is that it effectively reduces the cost of the investment, thereby boosting overall returns.

South Africans can enhance their long-term investment returns by taking advantage of suitable exemptions permitted by Sars and by reducing their income tax via rebates.

South Africans had little choice but to invest in the local stock exchange, artificially boosting performance.

As we wrote in our most recent article, a look at recent returns of pension portfolios (Regulation 28 compliant) over periods of three, five and 10 years doesn’t make for cheerful reading. So when is it appropriate to panic? We don’t think panicking is ever in order   The core proviso to this assumes that

Saving for retirement can be compared with a long sea journey.

The main requirements for your new investments would be that the underlying holdings add diversity to your existing portfolio, while offering good value.

A look at Saxo Bank's annual list.

Staff members, fund managers and clients share their current reads...

Tips to three hypothetical new employees.

If you're about to earn your first salary, how should you go about dividing your income between life insurance, disability and income protection insurance, investments and retirement savings?

If you're 65 and retired your priority is to make your money last for at least the rest of your life. If possible, the capital should grow at a rate higher than inflation, without taking undue risk.

For those concerned about funding their retirement, splitting the years of retirement into distinct phases could make planning easier.

Are you saving enough? How much money do you actually need to retire?

Why an actively managed fund might be better than an ETF.

What should your starting point be? And where do you find the data to support your decision and ensure that you are getting your desired exposure?

Why should South Africans consider investing in India when our countries are so similar?

Our close-up view of India’s rising middle class gave us a glimpse into the huge potential for economic growth and associated investment returns into the future.

News of North American and European funds dominate the ‘traffic’ and search engines, channelling unwary researchers down pre-determined passages.

Greater transparency in the hedge fund industry will lead to higher levels of trust.

The local equity market is small relative to international markets, and investors should consider diversifying equity investments into other geographic regions.

Why a hedge fund of funds is a good way to gain exposure to hedge fund strategies.

In a future where local markets are likely to provide more muted and volatile returns than investors have enjoyed since 2008, another investment option for investors should be welcomed.