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The US Banking Crisis — What this means for SA banking

Foord fixed income portfolio managers Rashaad Tayob and Farzana Bayat talk to Linda Eedes about the US banking crisis. After a steady rise in inflation and interest rates over the past year, US banks continue to bleed deposits. What does this mean for SA banking and our fragile economy?

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MARKETS IN A NUTSHELL - APRIL 2023

Despite further turmoil and concerns for slowing global growth, most global equity markets advanced in April. The US S&P500 Index even bounced back to levels last seen in February — before the regional banking crisis took hold. But speculators buying the rally may since have found themselves to be April fools, with April’s rally already erased in May.

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MARKETS IN A NUTSHELL - APRIL 2023

‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.

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06 Mar 2024

Markets In A Nutshell — For February 2024

Investors showered US stocks with love this Valentine’s month, spurning bonds. The US S&P 500 Index surged 5.2%, closing above the 5,000 level for the first time. The Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones indices also…

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Foord Flexible Fund Turns 15

The Foord Flexible Fund of Funds is Foord’s best investment view unit trust for South African retail investors. Managing director PAUL CLUER profiles the fund’s investment objective and track record on its 15-year anniversary.

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Stuart Wilson

Equity Analyst

Stuart Wilson

Stuart Wilson

Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy), CFA

Managing risk and finding value is at the very heart of the Foord investment team. It’s what makes our investment approach dynamic and fluid. It’s what makes our global team unique. This boutique, owner managed firm appeals greatly to my entrepreneurial spirit and my sense of investment stewardship.

“It’s refreshing and inspiring to be part of an investment team that is first and foremost focused on investment stewardship. And generating superior returns over the long term.”

The Fed Rate Hikes Take Their Toll On Banks

After the most aggressive rate hiking cycle by the US Federal Reserve in 50 years, cracks are now beginning to appear in the global financial system. It is not surprising to us that highly leveraged sectors such as real estate and banks are now coming under severe pressure. Portfolio manager RASHAAD TAYOB takes a closer look at what this means for South Africa’s banking sector.

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Where There's a Will There's a Way

Death is not a subject that we like to discuss, but it is something we ought to plan for. Foord director DIANE BEHR explains how a valid will allows you to control the distribution of your net assets after death and avoid the inordinate delays associated with intestate succession.

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Markets In A Nutshell

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NICK BALKIN APPOINTED FOORD SA CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER

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