Right now, there are just north of 400 shares on the JSE.
Of these shares, investment funds only invest in the top 40, and perhaps the top 100… Only 161 shares are on the JSE All-Share index…
If you invest in a fund you're most likely investing in the JSE's Top 40 Index. Unit trusts simply don't deviate from the index too far, because that's the only way they can match the index perfor... ››› more
In a recent report from ETF.com data released shows that the US have had $250 billion worth of cash inflows into ETF's during 2017 alone!
According to an estimate by The New Yorker, around 20 percent of the market in the US is made up out of JUST ETF's.
And “When you factor in “closet indexing”—when individual or institutional investors pursue indexing strategies without declaring... ››› more
On most days, you read the financial news and more than likely, you'll read negative headlines.
Maybe it's a new crisis in the Eurozone; an “imminent bond crash”; or maybe it's the Rand crashing again.
Whatever it may be, it's no surprise to hear many investors keeping their cash away from the markets right now.
But as the saying goes, “out of crisis comes opportunity”. And today ... ››› more
Just imagine the shock I got when I read that, “59% of TFSAs have been opened at banks, and the majority of investments are in cash.”
Really? Cash investments? That really worries me.
Think about this…
Investing in a tax-free deposit account from the major South African banks will give a return between 6%-8%. But consider that inflation is sitting at 6.1% and not going to stop th... ››› more
When the results of the Brexit referendum came on Friday 24 June 2016, the rand fell more than 8% against the dollar. This was the biggest fall against the American currency since 2008.
The international impact of Britain's decision to leave the European Union is making it difficult for investors to figure out what to invest in next. If you're feeling confused, there is one market that still o... ››› more
It's simple, lending money to government is a guaranteed income bearing investment.
Most investors fail to recognise the value in this form of investing. Yet, it's hugely important if you want to bank more than just capital profits on your investments.
If you lend money to someone, you want to know that you're lending it to a person who can pay it back, along with the interest you charge.
... ››› more
In the last three weeks, one question constantly comes up in conversation with my friends, “What do you prefer, unit trusts or ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds)?”
My quick answer is always ETFs. But then I'm bombarded with follow up questions asking, “What's the difference and why do you like them so much?”
So, today, I want to put these questions to rest and explain once and for all, why... ››› more
With the rand doing tumbles in the markets right now, you need a way to expose your money to international markets.
You see, by earning money in pounds or dollars, you're protecting yourself from the weaker rand here at home. In fact, you're increasing your investment returns. ETFs are a great way to get exposure offshore with limited risk and capital outlay. Today we've found you the ideal of... ››› more
No other investment vehicle can give you access to a more diversified fund as quickly and cheaply as ETFs can.
They're so popular, in fact, that there are over 4,000 ETFs available in the world right now.
But the one thing people will never tell you is that not all ETFs are created the same.
That's why today, I'll reveal the three most crucial boxes you need to tick before you invest your... ››› more
If you want to invest in tracker funds, you have two options available to you. You can invest in exchange traded funds (ETFs) or you can invest in passively managed unit trusts.
So which is the best option for you?
Read on to find out more…
The differences between ETFs and unit trusts
There are a lot of similarities between ETFs and unit trusts.
Both these types... ››› more
If you want exposure to gold in your portfolio, one option you have is to invest in gold-backed exchange traded funds (ETFs).
So how do these ETFs work? And what should you look at if you want to invest in such an ETF?
Let's take a closer look…
How a gold-backed ETF works
Gold-backed ETFs are ETFs you can buy that give you exposure to physical gold.
The prov... ››› more
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are growing in popularity the world over. Since their introduction in South Africa, they have attracted a lot of investment and the number available continues to grow.
So what are the advantages of investing in them? And are they a good alternative to unit trusts?
Let's take a closer look…
The benefits of ETFs
There are a number of benefits to ... ››› more
NewFunds NewSA ETF exchange traded fund (ETF) tracks the performance of the NewSA Index. The ETF has a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange…
Full name: NewFunds NewSA Index ETF
Short name: S&PGIVISA
Ticker: GIVISA
Sector: JSE listed funds
Five top facts about NewFunds NewSA Index ETF
Fact #1:
ETFs are passively managed funds that aim to track the... ››› more
NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Resource 15 ETF exchange traded fund (ETF) tracks the performance of the S&P GIVI SA Resources Index. The ETF has a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange…
Full name: NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Resource 15 ETF
Short name: S&PGIVRES
Ticker: GIVRES
Sector: JSE listed funds
Five top facts about NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Resource 15 ETF
Fact #1:
... ››› more
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) hit the South African stock market 15 years ago. Since then, they've gone from strength to strength, soaring in popularity.
So what exactly are ETFs? How can you invest in them? And how should you go about investing in them?
Read on to find out more…
An introduction into ETFs
ETFs are baskets of shares that trade on the stock market. They track... ››› more
NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Industrial 25 ETF exchange traded fund (ETF) tracks the performance of the S&P GIVI SA Industrials Index. The ETF has a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange…
Full name: NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Industrial 25 ETF
Short name: S&PGIVIND
Ticker: GIVIND
Sector: JSE listed funds
Five top facts about NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Industrial 25 ETF
F... ››› more
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) give you an easy and cost effective way to build a diversified portfolio of shares. With a wide array of ETFs on the market, you can pick and choose the ones that suit you best.
So how should you go about it?
Read on to find out more…
How to start building your portfolio of ETFs
You can use ETFs to build up a core portfolio and to add exposure ... ››› more
NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Financial 15 ETF exchange traded fund (ETF) tracks the performance of the S&P GIVI SA Financials Index. The ETF has a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange…
Full name: NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Financial 15 ETF
Short name: S&PGIVFIN
Ticker: GIVFIN
Sector: JSE listed funds
Five top facts about NewFunds S&P GIVI SA Financial 15 ETF
Fact ... ››› more
If you're looking to track the performance of the stock market or specific indices, exchange traded funds (ETFs) give you a way to do it.
So are there any aspects you should look at in specific ETFs when choosing one and before you invest?
Read on to find out…
ETF aspect #1: Check the TER
You should check the total expense ratio (TER) of ETFs before investing. The TER give... ››› more
Unit trusts are a great investment vehicle if you're looking to build a diversified portfolio of shares.
As part of your diversification goals, you may also want to include offshore exposure.
So how can you achieve this with unit trusts?
Let's take a closer look…
How to gain offshore exposure with South African unit trusts
You could buy into offshore unit trusts to add ... ››› more
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