by dev@dotnews.co.za | Nov 28, 2024 | Economy, General Interest
“The secret of Big Macs is that they’re not very good, but every one is not very good in exactly the same way.” (Joel Spolsky) The concept is straightforward: in theory, the same things should cost the same globally. The Big Mac is a great product to compare...
by dev@dotnews.co.za | Nov 28, 2024 | Saving & Investing
“Some things are up to us and some things are not up to us.” (Epictetus) Investing can often feel hard. The keys to success may seem daunting. Is your fund manager making the right decisions? Is the market going up or down? Is the rand strong or weak?...
by dev@dotnews.co.za | Nov 28, 2024 | Saving & Investing
“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans” (John Lennon) Millennials comprise 25 to 35% of SA’s population, representing various interests, backgrounds, and lifestyles. It’s also helpful to distinguish between older Millennials and...
by dev@dotnews.co.za | Nov 28, 2024 | Market Update
While initial enthusiasm surrounding Trump’s likely market-friendly economic policies drove the S&P 500 index above 6,000 points for the first time, investors are now carefully weighing the opportunities and risks ahead. South Africa’s JSE All Share Index fell...
by dev@dotnews.co.za | Oct 31, 2024 | Saving & Investing
“Excellence is my new habit.” (Dirk Stroda) Athletes know that excelling in endurance sports and building wealth both require more than pure skill. They also demand resilience, patience, and discipline. Here are six habits that top investors and elite athletes share....