Insights
28 Jul 2015
Good Governance
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations have gained prominence in investment circles over the last decade. NICK CURTIN explains how ESG principles have formed a part of Foord’s DNA for decades.
12 Jun 2015
Consistent Top Ranking Returns
Consistency is key to long-term investment success. Recent unit trust performance data released by Morningstar highlight the consistency of Foord’s long-term track records across all its flagship investment…
28 Apr 2015
Foord International Fund
The Foord International Fund (FIF) was launched as a global equity fund in 1997 when South African exchange controls were first relaxed. It was a tumultuous time for global equity markets. Price-earnings multiples…
27 Mar 2015
Tax Free Accounts Available
Tax free investment accounts are operated in terms of S12T of the Income Tax Act. Investors utilising these accounts earn “tax free” income and capital gains.
09 Mar 2015
Morningstar Win
We are proud to announce that Foord was awarded Best Fund House – Smaller Fund Range at the recent Morningstar Fund Awards.
04 Mar 2015
Tax Free Savings Accounts
Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSA) were recently authorised to “go live” from 1 March 2015. The final regulations on the requirements for tax free investments were issued last week.