Offshore

  • Investing offshore 101: Taking on currency risk
  • Investing offshore has its advantages. By investing in offshore markets, you diversify your portfolio. This helps to lower your overall risk. But by investing offshore, you take on currency risk. So what is currency risk? What does it mean for your investments? And can you avoid currency risk? Read on to find out… What is currency risk? Currency risk is a risk you take on wh... ››› more
  • [07 August 2015]
  • The tax implications of investing offshore
  • Investing offshore is a great way to add some diversification to your portfolio. By investing in different markets across the world, you can gain access to companies and sectors that are simply not available to invest in here in SA. Investing offshore can also help protect you against the rand depreciating. If the rand weakens, your offshore profits can grow faster. So if you decide to inves... ››› more
  • [07 August 2015]
  • Investing offshore: Delving into tax havens
  • You've no doubt heard the term ‘tax haven' before. So what exactly are tax havens? Who are these tax havens for? And what countries fall into the tax haven category? Let's take a closer look… What are tax havens? Tax havens are countries which have favourable legislation in a bid to attract foreign investment and business. A tax haven doesn’t necessarily impose no taxes at... ››› more
  • [05 August 2015]
  • Want to invest offshore? Here's how to open up an international account…
  • If you want to put your money to work in offshore markets, you'll need to open an international account with a stock broker. So how can you do this? And how much money can you put into your international account? Read on to find out… How to open an international account with a stock broker If you want to invest in shares listed on offshore stock exchanges, you’ll need to open an... ››› more
  • [04 August 2015]
  • Thinking about investing in offshore funds? Check these five factors first…
  • Since the financial crisis, large banks and financial institutions have been paying large sums in fines thanks to market manipulation. It's understandable why investors are more than cautious since then. So if you're thinking about investing in offshore funds, how can you find the best fund manager for your cash? Read on to find out… Ways to evaluate offshore funds before investi... ››› more
  • [28 July 2015]
  • Boost your returns offshore by seeking growth and value
  • If you want to diversify your portfolio to include overseas investments, you certainly have a lot of choice. As with investing in SA, you want to make ample returns. So how can you pick the best country to invest in? Read on to find out… How is economic growth performing? Several studies have shown that countries with good growth prospects tend to offer investors higher returns... ››› more
  • [27 July 2015]
  • Apple: An offshore opportunity still ripe for picking
  • Apple has revolutionised so many aspects of technology. iPhone, iPads and iPods are some pieces of technology many couldn't live without. Apple's most recent addition to its range is Apple Music. But its release hasn't made much on an impact to its share price. But will Apple Music make a difference to Apple's share price over the longer term? And is the stock still worth a look at? Let's... ››› more
  • [14 July 2015]
  • Greece's bankrupt, China's going bust and the world's biggest stock market shut down!
  • Good morning traders! I trust you had a fantastic week trading the markets. I'm over talking about Greece and I'm sure you are too. If you do want to know, you can go look at last weeks' articles on the crisis. And with China… Well let's just say in the last 21 days the stock market crashed 30%. The countries small cap exchange alone is down 42%. That's $3 trillion! Compared to Greece's ... ››› more
  • [10 July 2015]
  • When Greece says NO to the Big Three, you say NO to the Big Five!
  • History is being written as you speak! We had a very nerve wracking weekend, with the chaos going on in Europe. The people of Greece voted in a referendum to determine whether they want to accept the current bailout offer (Yes -ναι - NAI) and implement austerity measures, or to say NO (οχι - Oxi). Well the referendum showed 61.31% of the Greeks saying NO to austerity. And 38.69% of ... ››› more
  • [08 July 2015]
  • The benefits of investing in higher risk offshore funds with promising potential
  • If you're prepared to take on a bit more risk with your stock portfolio, you could buy into funds that invest in the smallest listed companies. Whilst investing in funds like this does come with higher risks, the potential long-term rewards could be excellent. So where can you look for such investment opportunities? With limited choice in South Africa, you need to look offshore. Read o... ››› more
  • [01 July 2015]
  • Are there any safe stocks to buy at the moment?
  • Today's D-Day (30 June 2015). Greece has a massive debt payment due to the IMF. They'll make a decision whether they pay the International Monetary Fund the €1.6 billion or they decided to default. Whether Greece defaults or not, it's anybody's guess at the moment. But what I do know is this. This Eurozone crisis is not only dragging the European stock market down, but also the JSE. ... ››› more
  • [01 July 2015]
  • How to profit from soaring cybercrime
  • Cybercrime is a growing problem. Governments, companies and individuals are under attack from hackers. Hackers that cost the world's economy billions of dollars. With such a threat, big corporations and governments are trying to tighten up their cybersecurity. And this presents an opportunity in a growing industry that you can tap into. Let's take a closer look… Cybercrime is o... ››› more
  • [30 June 2015]
  • Offshore investment opportunities uncovered: The case for investing in Japan
  • Over the past month, the Japanese stock market has been on a roll. Firstly, the Nikkei 225 stock market index rose for 12 straight trading days. That's the index's longest run of gains in 27 years. Then the Nikkei 225 stock market index fell for the next seven trading days. So what's going on with the Japanese stock market? Are there further gains coming? Read on to find out… ... ››› more
  • [26 June 2015]
  • Want to take money offshore? Here's how to do it…
  • Maybe you want to buy into some offshore investments. Or maybe you want to move some of your cash into an offshore bank account. Whatever your reason behind taking money offshore, you may be wondering how you can do it. Read on to find out everything you need to know… How to get your money offshore Each year, you can transfer up to R1 million offshore as part of your single discre... ››› more
  • [26 June 2015]
  • Five tips to help you find good offshore investment opportunities
  • If you're looking to broaden your investment horizons by putting some of your money to work offshore, you need to conduct your due diligence first. You must do this before parting with any of your cash. Unfortunately there are some unscrupulous individuals out there trying to swindle investors out of their hard-earned money. So what should you check out? Read on to find out… Inves... ››› more
  • [24 June 2015]


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