Investment Newsletter (and related info)
March 2008
Exchange Traded Funds
Itrix has rebranded their exchange traded funds to db x-trackers.
db x-trackers is an initiative brought to you by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Deutsche Bank.
db x-trackers now made offshore investment more convenient than ever. With the new Investment Plan, you can enjoy access to an efficient, flexible and transparent product from as little as a R1 000 once-off lump sum and/or R300 a month via debit order.
The db x-trackers Exchange Traded Funds (backed by a JSE guaranteed settlement) currently offers you two groundbreaking ETF products:
DJ EURO STOXX 50 Index ETF
FTSE®100 Index ETF
Three more funds will be listing on 19/03/2008:
MSCI USA Index ETF
MSCI Japan Index ETF
MSCI World Index ETF
Click here for more information and how to apply.
Investec’s Zshares less known Exchange Traded Funds:
The first two funds launched are Zshares RandPlay and Zshares RandHedge.
Zshares.
These ETFs are designed to outperform the JSE Top40 Index, depending on the investor's currency view.
The underlying basket consists of blue-chip listed shares.
Click here for more information and how to apply.
Absa’s NewRand Exchange Traded fund:
The Index composition and calculation methodology was designed with an objective to maximize long-term correlation with the Rand/USD exchange rate.
Absa’s NewGold
NewGold Gold Bullion Debentures are securities backed by gold-bullion, listed on and traded through the JSE Securities Exchange.
Click here for more information and how to apply.
Navigating Through Unpredictable Times
Eskom troubles, high interest rates, global equity market volatility, National Credit Act combined to create the perfect storm.
Alan Knott-Craig- MD of iBurst wrote sent this inspiring letter to his staff, not all doom and gloom, wise words.
"PPS Members targeted" letter sent to members:
“As other assurers try harder to compete in the professional space, you will be approached from time to time with that may appear to be attractive offerings, some of which may appear very similar to your existing benefits with PPS. When you are considering such offerings, you should ensure that you are receiving advice relating to your benefits. They are also compelled by law to present information that is fair, accurate and not misleading.”
Read the full letter to members here .
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