For many women, investing is one of those ‘I’ll get to it later’ items on life’s to-do list, somewhere after putting food on the table today, paying next month’s bills, and saving for next year’s school fees. But, delaying investing now can mean delaying your financial independence later in life. And women simply can’t afford to do [...]

14 October 2024 Starting and running a business is often seen as a path to financial independence and personal fulfilment. Yet, the demands of entrepreneurship can be relentless, leading to burnout if not managed carefully. This is particularly relevant for South African entrepreneurs who face unique pressures such as a low economic environment, intense competition, and regulatory [...]

“Financial empowerment does not start with having a lot of money. It begins with taking control of what you have and growing it on your own terms. Yet for many South African women, the world of investing and trading still feels distant, complicated, or even exclusionary. This Women’s Month, I want to say that markets are not [...]

For many women, investing is one of those ‘I’ll get to it later’ items on life’s to-do list, somewhere after putting food on the table today, paying next month’s bills, and saving for next year’s school fees. But, delaying investing now can mean delaying your financial independence later in life. And women simply can’t afford to do [...]

Africa’s leading and longest running contemporary art fair, FNB Art Joburg is set to return for the 18th consecutive year. Taking place at the Sandton Convention Centre from Friday 05 September until Sunday 07 September, the fair promises to immerse the city in the best of the continent’s art, artists, and galleries. “FNB’s longstanding partnership with Art [...]

South Africans are notably less worried about money than they have been for the past two years, with levels of financial stress returning to those last experienced in 2022. Despite this, money stress remains a significant issue for many people. This is according to the fourth annual DebtBusters Money-Stress Tracker, which surveyed over 27,000 respondents during May [...]

If you’re considering choosing a balloon payment when financing a new car, you’re not alone. South African banks report that as many as a third of car loan customers are choosing the maximum balloon payment to reduce their monthly repayments. However, it’s wise to consider the long-term impact before committing to a balloon payment.

Being fit is about more than just your physical health. It’s also about your financial health. Just as physical health and fitness enable you to manage daily stresses and enjoy life, financial fitness gives you more control and confidence when facing financial ups and downs. However, while most people recognise the importance of physical fitness, few of us pay as much attention to our financial health and money fitness.

Being fit is about more than just your physical health. It’s also about your financial health. Just as physical health and fitness enable you to manage daily stresses and enjoy life, financial fitness gives you more control and confidence when facing financial ups and downs. However, while most people recognise the importance of physical fitness, few of us pay as much attention to our financial health and money fitness.