Wednesday, October 9, 2024

The official Financial Markets Journal of SAIFM

Economy

Are South African Financial Markets Experiencing “Irrational Exuberance” or Sustainable Buoyance Following the Formation of GNU? 

Following the consummation of a Government of National Unity (GNU) and the election of Cyril Ramaphosa as President of the Republic in the first sitting of the National Assembly after general elections held on 29 May 2024, South African financial markets went into a state of “exuberance”.

Financial Services

Leadership Strategies for Cross-Border Financial Services

In the ever-changing and fast-paced world of financial services, strong leadership is of utmost importance. As industries continue to globalize, the challenges of effectively managing diverse teams across many countries and cultures become more apparent.

Fintech

Sub-Saharan Africa: Mobile Money

Sub-Saharan Africa has become a prominent frontrunner in the worldwide adoption of mobile money, revolutionizing the manner in which its people interact with financial services.

Instruments & Investments

The Pros and Cons of Public-Private Partnerships in South Africa

In his opening of Parliament address on 18 July 2024, President Cyril Ramaphosa strongly hinted that going forward, public-private partnerships (PPPs) would be the preferred arrangement in tackling infrastructure deficiencies and other service delivery problems.

International

African Growth and Opportunity Act eligibility requirements under review in three African countries

On 2 November 2021, US President Joe Biden announced that three African countries would be terminated from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) trade preference program, unless they took urgent action to meet statutory eligibility criteria by 1 January 2022.

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Markets

WFE data: trading value and volumes surge as investors flock to markets

New data published on 13 August 2024 by the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), the global industry group for exchanges and central clearing counterparties, shows that investor appetite for listed securities rose in the first half of 2024.

Personal Finance

Integrating Private Education into Your Financial Plan: A Strategic Investment in Your Child’s Future

In the realm of financial planning, the choices we make today lay the foundation for a secure and prosperous future.

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