Curtain Falls on Wall Street"We are probably experiencing the pain and disruption associated with the need to produce a fundamental change in the markets' perception of the role of central banks." Charles Wilson examines the situation on Wall Street and the global economy... Weapons for the Value HunterAs world stock markets move into bear territory, value investors should be getting their weapons of choice out of mothballs and cleaning and oiling them in preparation for the hunting season.

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Panic sellingMon, 06 Oct - 18:15
There is no doubt that at times like today, portfolio diversification is essential. Market participants have been panic sellers. Today the rand fell massively as waves of selling hit both equities and the currency – presumably mostly ...

Weekly Market WrapU.S Congress have admitted that the time for making a tough choice of between good and bad has long since come and gone.

Financial Planning Through The AgesAs we go through life our income varies and our needs change. As a result, our priorities change as we age, and our financial planning should take cognisance of this. In this article, the first of three, we will highlight the issues which people face in their 20's and 30's.

Take your first step into the exciting world of trading with Sharenet's JSE course.Its never been more important to make wise investment decisions than in the current market environment. Sharenet's JSE course covers all the basics and includes all the tools you need to become the best investor you can be...

Capitec Set to Capture Bigger MarketCapitec has set about a goal of capturing around a quarter of a market over the next five years. Xstrata abandons bid for LonminXstrata has acquired additional shares in Lonmin despite abandoning its R75 billion bid for the company.New CEO for LonminIan Farmer has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Lonmin, effective immediately.Sasol Hits the Big TimeSasol has been listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index.