PERSONAL FINANCE

Krugerrands Beat The Bank, But SA’s Best Shares Crushed Both

Krugerrands Beat The Bank, But SA’s Best Shares Crushed Both

Over 31 years, Krugerrands delivered solid gains, but select JSE stocks outperformed them dramatically and built real wealth.

Personal Finance Correspondent

- September 18, 2025

2 min read

Commodities Made Simple

Commodities Made Simple

Commodities like oil, wheat, and copper quietly shape household costs. Understanding them helps manage budgets and business expenses better.

Personal Finance Correspondent

- September 17, 2025

3 min read

Staying Invested Pays Off Through Market Highs and Lows

Staying Invested Pays Off Through Market Highs and Lows

History shows South Africans who remain invested during downturns are far more likely to build long-term wealth than those who try to time exits and re-entries.

Bheki Mahlobo

- September 16, 2025

3 min read

Smart Budgeting a Priority For Young Professionals Entering The Workforce

Smart Budgeting a Priority For Young Professionals Entering The Workforce

South Africa's young professionals are urged to adopt budgeting habits early, tracking expenses, and prioritising savings for security.

Personal Finance Correspondent

- September 15, 2025

3 min read

How to Buy a House Without Getting Trapped

How to Buy a House Without Getting Trapped

Buying a home in South Africa is rewarding, but high costs and rising rates can trap buyers. Careful planning avoids pitfalls.

Staff Writer

- September 14, 2025

2 min read

Scotch Whisky Investment Platform Offers New Alternative to Investors

Scotch Whisky Investment Platform Offers New Alternative to Investors

A digital exchange makes Scotch whisky investment accessible with fractional ownership and steady returns.

Staff Writer

- September 13, 2025

3 min read

How to Sell Your Car for the Best Possible Price

How to Sell Your Car for the Best Possible Price

With the right prep, paperwork, and timing, South Africans can sell their used cars for more.

Personal Finance Correspondent

- September 12, 2025

2 min read

Art Collecting Grows as an Unconventional Investment Option

Art Collecting Grows as an Unconventional Investment Option

South Africans are turning to art collecting as a store of value, offering cultural rewards and inflation hedges, but with unique risks.

Staff Writer

- September 11, 2025

3 min read

Early Financial Education Prepares Children for Independence

Early Financial Education Prepares Children for Independence

Children who learn about money early gain skills to avoid debt, save wisely, and build secure financial futures as adults.

Personal Finance Correspondent

- September 10, 2025

3 min read

Smart Saving Tips for University Students

Smart Saving Tips for University Students

University is often the first time students manage their own finances. Learning to save early, even on a small budget, can make a big difference.

News Desk

- September 9, 2025

2 min read

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