Reflecting on 2014

As the end of the year draws to a close, it is good to reflect on the past year and dream about the next one. We are so busy during the year that reviewing our goals or planning does not seem to happen. Someone recently told me that he is only going on leave once his...

Looking forward

It’s helpful to look at what we can expect economically from 2015. It helps give us perspective as to what we can expect from this coming year. I recently heard both Ashburton and Allan Gray’s views on the markets and will share some of them in this post. Ashburton...

Market Update

Below please find Ashburton’s view on the local and offshore markets. It is always helpful to get an overview of the markets. Market overview, asset category assessment and asset class return expectations – October 2014  Global equity markets came under pressure over...

Crazy time of the year

It’s that time of the year again when it all gets a bit crazy! It’s the school shows and prize givings, office parties as well as the start of Christmas planning. The shops have been fully stocked with Christmas decorations since September, and we might...