Importance of Liquidity

“The best way to find out the liquidity of your investment is to determine how long it would take for that investment to be sold and converted into cash in the bank,” said Shaun Namaseb Portfolio Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM). Namaseb said it is important that once you make the commitment to start saving, that you never unnecessarily …

Determining an Investment Goal

“It is most important to be honest to yourself. Each person’s situation is unique. Include all debts and assets. It is also easier to track whether you are saving and achieving the goals set out in investments,” said Relf Lumley Portfolio Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM). Lumley gives advice on how an investor sets up invest goals. – He …

Trying to Make a Quick Buck Can be Risky

Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) Ian Erlank warns investors on the dangers of trading for yourself on Stock Exchanges and Currency Markets. “Generally I do not think it is a good idea mostly because many people do not have the necessary skills or even the time to monitor their investments,” said Erlank. Erlank stressed that it …

Due Diligence and Selecting Your Financial Services Provider

Last week on the Future Invest Show Claudia Boamah, Economic Analyst at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) spoke about Economic as well as Market Indicators and Investing, the purpose of these indicators and how it relates to an investment decision. This week Shaun Namaseb, Portfolio Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) focuses on the importance of selecting your financial service provider and …

Economic, Market Indicators and Investing

Economic Analyst at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) Claudia Boamah said Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth is the most important rate as it sheds light on the overall health of an economy. Boamah said one might consider investment equity or stocks during a period of high GDP growth, adding that high activity usually implies that production is profitable. “Growth figures for …

Are you an Heir to an Estate?

“I normally advise clients to report the estate as soon as possible after the death occurred or funeral was done, or at least inform the Executor of the death, and enquire whether they need any information from the heirs. When the heirs do not live close by, it can become very difficult to get hold of the information, ” said …

Are Your Loved Ones Well Looked After when Tragedy Strikes?

Estate Planning is one of the topics that will be discussed in a series of interviews with Elna Brink, Senior Wealth Manager at Capricorn Asset Management. Brink will address the importance of having a well thought through estate plan in place as well as explaining what an estate is and how to go about financial planning. In the Future Invest …

How to Diversify your Investment Portfolio between Different Asset Classes

“The main asset classes are Equity, Listed Property, Fixed Income, Money Market and Commodities,” said Relf Lumley Portfolio Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM). Lumley explains that to understand the risks involved one must understand the different asset classes to utilize within a diversified portfolio to optimize ones risk return profile. “Always take into account your goals and needs and …

Understanding Investment Risk and How to Identify your Risk Profile

Did you know that risks in your investment portfolio can actually be reduced? “Risk profiling is an important factor to consider when talking about financial planning,” said Relf Lumley, Portfolio Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM). The Future Invest Show this week focusses on Understanding Investment Risk and how to identify your risk profile. Relf Lumley Portfolio manager at Capricorn …

Define your Goals for Better Investment

Whether you’re a first-time investor or have been investing for many years, there are some basic questions you should always ask before you commit your hard-earned money to an investment. Join us for the Future Invest Show every week at 6:30 on Mondays on 99FM as Capricorn Asset Management gives us the information and tools to successfully manage our funds and …