ARTICLES RELATING TO INVESTMENT

Germany to invest more in Africa

2013-04-30 09:40

Germany is to increase its economic investment in South Africa and other African states, says Foreign Affairs Minister Guido Westerwelle.

Why can't I access my RA funds now?

2013-03-08 07:29

A Fin24 user in dire financial straits wants to know if there is any way she can unlock a retirement annuity investment before she turns 55.

The property-unit trust link

2013-01-28 10:00

What exactly is the relationship between property and bond market unit trusts, asks a Fin24 user.

Parking spots become latest investment

2012-11-27 16:35

Investors looking for new places to park their cash in Hong Kong are driving up prices for parking spaces, sparking fears of a bubble in the city.

How to get a loan

2012-11-23 12:00

How do you convince your bank to lend you money? Helena Wasserman shares her tips.

How to get a loan

2012-11-05 12:52

How do you convince your bank to lend you money? Helena Wasserman shares her tips.

Gigaba: Business must invest more

2012-05-25 14:52

Workers must encourage the private sector to invest more in South Africa, says Public Enterprises Minister Malusi Gigaba.

How to get a loan

2012-02-21 12:00

How do you convince your bank to lend you money? Helena Wasserman shares her tips.

Mvela shareholders block Blackstar buyout bid

2011-12-20 10:32

Investment firm Mvela Group says its shareholders have prevented a $215m takeover attempt by London-listed Blackstar Group.

IDC allocates billions for green economy

2011-12-08 16:32

The Industrial Development Corporation has set aside R25bn to fund green economy projects.

Gordhan: Human needs as important as GDP

2011-10-17 18:54

Investment in infrastructure, education, water and sanitation as well as human development was "as important as the GDP numbers," says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.

IMF chief urges aid, trade to help poor

2011-09-21 16:53

International Monetary Fund MD Christine Lagarde says poor countries can weather the slowdown if rich states keep trade, aid and investments flowing.

New teams to tackle jobs, infrastructure

2011-07-29 15:00

Commissions on infrastructure and employment are to be chaired by President Jacob Zuma and his deputy Kgalema Motlanthe, the cabinet has decided.

The ‘Spanjaard Inquisition’

2011-07-21 00:00

Lubricants specialist Spanjaard has been grinding along valiantly for almost a quarter of a century on the JSE.

Where can I get low risk, high income?

2011-06-26 11:17

A sixtysomething Fin24 user is looking for an investment which offers a great monthly income, but no risk.

Charming China

2011-05-19 00:00

As wages increase in China and other parts of Asia, Africa’s leaders hope multinational manufacturing companies will start looking to move industrial plant to this continent to take advantage of its resources – both natural and human.

Sell in May and go away?

2011-05-08 11:54

Shares tend not to do well in this period. Should you get out now?

Malema: Govt can stop African influx

2011-05-05 22:15

Government can revive many African economies and put a stop to the flood of foreign nationals to SA, ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema says.

Nightmare time

2011-04-28 00:00

Estate duty, at 20% of the inflated value still being placed on Sharemax-promoted investments, represents a significant threat to estates with large exposure to such investments.

Getting credit

2011-04-14 12:00

Need a loan? How do you convince your bank to lend you money? Helena Wasserman shares her tips...

Why inflation is enemy number one

2011-04-03 08:22

None of the asset classes currently produces a total return in keeping with the inflation rate, an expert says.

JSE may head lower

2011-03-13 10:50

If the all-share index doesn't stabilise above 31 400, the JSE could fall further.

SA snubbed in investment rush

2011-01-17 22:09

While developing countries for the first time attracted more money than rich nations, SA saw a big drop in foreign direct investment.

 

Ecobank to assist Chinese investment

2013-04-10 14:00

The Ecobank Transnational Incorporated says it would facilitate Chinese investors for business in sub-Saharan Africa.

Can I withdraw funds from my RA?

2013-01-31 08:24

A Fin24 user wants to know how to make withdrawals from a retirement annuity, and if it is necessary to give notice before doing so.

New Year's investment advice

2013-01-22 11:57

A Fin24 user wants to tackle his inability to handle money by making a sound investment in 2013.

Volkswagen to invest €14bn in China

2012-11-23 13:17

Volkswagen AG plans to invest €14bn in China over the next four years, as it speeds up its expansion in the world's largest autos market.

Shabangu: Mining needs research

2012-11-08 16:08

The future of the mining industry depends on more and steady investment in research and technology, says Mineral Resources Minister Susan Shabangu.

Strikes, low confidence levels knock jobs

2012-10-25 14:44

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan says labour unrest, weak business confidence and a widening current account deficit have held back investment and job creation.

Gigaba pledges more E Cape investment

2012-04-25 14:09

Public Enterprises Minister Malusi Gigaba says the port of Ngqura is part of an attempt to redress the neglect of investment in the Eastern Cape.

How to start a stokvel

2012-01-31 12:50

Saving has never been so easy... so simple... so fashionable. Helena Wasserman tells us more.

Property vs savings

2011-12-19 07:18

A reader mulls retirement savings vs real estate investments.

Renaissance: Forget China, invest in Africa

2011-12-02 18:00

Russia's Renaissance Asset Managers says investors should put money into sub-Saharan African projects instead of Chinese ones.

Libya assures UK of key business role

2011-09-27 15:17

British firms can expect to play an instrumental role in rebuilding Libya after the UK helped overthrow Gaddafi, a senior diplomat has told executives.

Why invest in SA Listed Property?

2011-08-15 16:13

More people are ploughing money into local real estate units. What makes this an appealing option for investors?

Hassle-free inheritance

2011-07-25 11:51

What you can do to minimise the pain and destruction of potential feuds among your heirs.

I’m Woolies minded

2011-07-07 00:00

At its current price of 2900c, ordinary Woolworths Holdings shares offer a better investment opportunity than Standard Bank’s at 9600c.

Landlords remain under pressure

2011-06-26 10:34

Despite rising demand for rental property, only the income from flats is improving.

Cash in shares to buy a house?

2011-06-03 09:13

A young investor has made some money through shares. Should he blow it on a more expensive house?

New African investment product launched

2011-05-17 08:17

Standard Bank will list a new index product that provides direct investment access to companies in Africa.

Malema: Govt can stop African influx

2011-05-05 22:15

Government can revive many African economies and put a stop to the flood of foreign nationals to SA, ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema says.

Better than expected

2011-05-05 00:00

Manufacturing production came out stronger than expected in February, which augurs well for first quarter gross domestic product growth. The seasonally adjusted Kagiso Purchasing Managers’ index put in a strong performance in March, suggesting February’s buoyancy in manufacturing production continued into that month.

Hide your money from your wife

2011-04-28 00:00

It’s not often that a journalist can say he’s come into a bit of excess cash. But having recently been the recipient of a monetary award I was finally able to move the family out of beans on toast type meals in April… or so I thought.

Old Mutual targeted

2011-04-14 00:00

Keen to do business in Zimbabwe? Eager to lubricate your way through the political morass and provide local ruling party officials with some “encouragement” to facilitate the establishment of your enterprise in that country? Well don’t.

Motlanthe urges Americans to invest

2011-03-31 23:03

Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe has attempted to reassure US business people and politicians that SA remains an attractive investment destination.

How to detox your finances

2011-01-07 12:00

Helena Wasserman says there isn't a quick, sexy way to detox your finances. It will mean less nice things, and more restraint...

 
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