Global
SoftBank. Hard losses.
If you need to feel better about some of the unrealised losses in your portfolio, look no further than SoftBank's Vision Funds. Ghost Grad Kreeti Panday takes a closer look.
Global
Buying a second home overseas is not the only way to become a global citizen
Even if you have no intention of moving out of South Africa, having a reliable dollar income ensures that your purchasing power is preserved even in the event of an economic catastrophe, such as runaway inflation or political upheaval
Global
The arbitrage advantage: low risk returns from Bitcoin
The words “crypto” and “volatility” are synonymous. As these assets aren’t supported by underlying cash flows or a widely accepted valuation methodology, they tend...
Consumer and Retail
Ghost Global (Amazon | Twitter | Tesla | Verizon | AT&T)
Ghost Grad Sinawo Bikitsha takes us through the latest acquisition by Amazon, results from Twitter and Tesla and a really tough week for telecoms shares in the US.
Consumer and Retail
Can Lawrence Stroll vanquish Aston Martin’s financial troubles?
Lawrence Stroll loves the limelight and has made a fortune in the luxury goods space. Can he fix Aston Martin? With the news of a new strategic investor, Ghost Grad Kreeti Panday straps in for the ride.
Consumer and Retail
SABC News interview: patience in a bear market
In an SABC News interview, I discussed recession risks, the importance of share buybacks in this environment and whether I am buying or selling at the moment.
Global
Of inflation, interest rates and bear markets
Being bearish isn't a pleasant way to feel. The facts are the facts though and there are reasons to worry. What does a trip down memory lane with US rates and inflation teach us?
Global
Is ESG coming to a home loan near you?
Sustainability-linked lending is a growing and fascinating space. Why are corporates and banks doing this and could it become a consumer banking product in years to come?
Global
Easy Does It Podcast: Cooking up a Great Portfolio with The Finance Ghost
In the Easy Does It podcast, I talked about how to cook up a great portfolio with DJ@Large. This two-part series is well worth a listen!
Global
The Chinese GDP growth honeymoon is over
In this extraordinary piece, Chris Gilmour dishes out insights into China and why the GDP growth story may well be over.
Global
A riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma
Chris Gilmour explores the concept of gateway territories and the very real risk of Ukraine's wheat exports not leaving the country.
