For years, institutional investors in South Africa (or across Africa) have treated public markets as the clearest expression of economic health. If it was not listed, it was not often considered. That assumption is becoming harder to defend. Across much of...
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Private markets: Building long-term value for trustees and society
Private market investments have emerged as one of the most dynamic drivers of long-term growth in institutional portfolios. For trustees responsible for stewarding members' retirement savings, private markets offer access to diversified, often resilient...
How pension fund trustees can back real assets without risking payouts
Trustees carry two responsibilities that can often feel at odds. They need to grow members' pensions prudently. And they also need to fund the assets that keep communities working. Power that stays on. Quality schools that teach well, affordable housing and...
The strategic imperative for investing in private markets and diversifying beyond public markets
Historically, during periods of high market volatility and uncertainty, investors have turned to gold. In their efforts to safeguard wealth, the precious metal has long served as a de facto safe haven, a role it continues to play to some extent today. Thanks to...





