by Webmaster | May 10, 2019 | Insights
It has become something of a cliché to say that this is the most important election since 1994. However, following years of lackluster economic growth and rising debt, the South African economy has finally reached a precipice. And the May 8th election will prove to be...
by Webmaster | May 6, 2019 | Insights
Cannon Asset Managers builds investment solutions, both local and offshore, for individual and institutional clients. Over the past twenty years, we have earned a reputation for results. Philosophy We hold to the time-tested truths that time rewards patient investors,...
by Webmaster | Apr 24, 2019 | Insights
As even the most experienced investors will attest, the world of investing is riddled with hidden pitfalls that can easily trap the unwary and prevent you from achieving your investment goals. Here are five common investment mistakes, as well as some tips for avoiding...
by Webmaster | Apr 10, 2019 | Insights
The first quarter of 2019 saw the JSE’s All Share Index (ALSI) record the best start to the year in 12 years, gaining 8.0% over the three months to end March, despite a diverse – even disparate – set of events impacting the market. The upside Underlying the market’s...
by Webmaster | Apr 8, 2019 | Insights
“Is now a good time to invest?” is one of the most frequently asked questions in the investment world. And in the current environment, the “no” camp seems to hold greater sway. Only consider the rand’s volatility, an anaemic domestic economy, Eskom’s numerous woes,...
by Webmaster | Mar 27, 2019 | Insights
One of the first principles in investing is to “buy low and sell high”. A second principle is to avoid the risk of doing the exact opposite, namely “buying high and selling low”. While these two principles seem patently obvious, they can be challenging to implement,...
