Old Mutual Wealth

This year, interest rates in most developed economies fell to zero, and in some cases, below zero. In this Market Matters Podcast, Ameer Amod, Head of Absolute and Fixed Interest at Old Mutual Multi-Managers, discusses the interest rate trajectory over the course of 2020 and how this has affected the bond market. He also looks at why it's imperative to take a long-term view when it comes to investing and what the outlook for the future could be. For more information visit www.ommultimanagers.co.za

One of the most important lessons 2020 has taught us is that diversification remains an investors best defense against various market cycles. In this Market Matters Podcast Stephen Brierley, Head of Retail at Old Mutual Multi-Managers discusses the power of diversification by selecting the right mix of securities, asset classes, regions and fund managers to match the profile and goals of each investor. As the future is inherently uncertain, diversification means not taking a bet on a single outcome, but rather preparing for the fact that things can turn out differently to how we might imagine. For more information visit www.ommultimanagers.co.za

Covid-19 has required Fund Managers to adjust their sails and take a different approach to how they think about markets and in particular, how they position their portfolios. In this Market Matters Podcast @Michael Dodd, Head of Equity at Old Mutual Multi-Managers, discusses the performance of the South African equity market amidst Covid-19 and how we’ve faired against the global market. He also provides insight into what we can expect from markets in 2021. For more information visit www.ommultimanagers.co.za

Peter Brooke reflects on August as an interesting month for trends seen in Tesla. leading the NASDAQ down on the back of the US and tech sector under-performing. In terms of our portfolios, we’ve tilted towards value and reflecting some of these extreme...

Arthur Karas discusses SA Inc shares moving into more positive territory this week, providing glimmers of hope against a gloomy backdrop. He also unpacks Bidvest’s recent results, as well as the more optimistic outlook hinted at by the market’s...

Fund Manager, Tracy Brodziak, talks latest market news, including the furore around a recent Clicks hair advert and whether this has had any impact on the company’s share price.  She also discusses the health of the local banking sector following the...

Ian Fraser sits down with Kelly de Kock,  Chief Operating Officer for Old Mutual Wealth Private Client Securities, Treasury and Advisory Services, and  Fiduciary Services, as well as Old Mutual International, to celebrate women. 

They delve into the new way of thinking about women in leadership roles, and the importance of diversity in the workplace. Kelly also talks about:

Addressing the impact of gender-based violenceThe damaging effects of unconscious bias and how men can help change this

In celebration of Women’s Month, Ian Fraser sits down with Pat Magadla, a Senior Business Development Manager at the Old Mutual Investment Group to discuss the importance of gender equality in South Africa, especially in the workplace.

In this inspiring talk to encourage the next generation of leaders, Pat touches on the impact of gender-based violence in South Africa and shares her views on women’s empowerment. She also delves into: 

The benefits of diversity in the workplace, especially in leadership rolesHow organisations can better promote gender equality