How to Invest in Gold in South Africa
Every way to invest in gold from South Africa - Krugerrands and physical bullion, the NewGold ETF, gold mining shares, and ETNs - with how to buy each, the costs, tax, and how much to hold.
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How to Invest in the S&P 500 from South Africa
Three ways South Africans can invest in the S&P 500 - rand-denominated JSE ETFs like Satrix STX500 and Sygnia SYG500, direct offshore, or unit trusts - with costs, tax, and a step-by-step.
Money Market Funds: Your Guide to Safe, Liquid Investing in South Africa
In South Africa’s current economic climate, with the SARB’s repo rate at 7.5% and inflation expectations moving toward a potential 3% target, finding the right balance between capital preservation and competitive returns has never been more important. Money market funds…
Satrix Resi ETF: A Golden Opportunity in South African Resources
The Satrix Resi ETF (JSE: STXRES) has been making headlines in 2025, delivering exceptional returns that have caught the attention of investors worldwide. This exchange-traded fund, which provides concentrated exposure to South Africa’s resource sector, has become one of the…
A Beginner’s Guide to EasyProperties
Property investment has traditionally been reserved for those with substantial capital and extensive market knowledge. But what if you could start investing in South African real estate with as little as R5? Enter EasyProperties, Easy Equities’ innovative platform that’s democratizing…
Understanding REITs: Your Gateway to Real Estate Investment
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offer South African investors an accessible way to tap into the property market without the complexities of being a landlord. Think of a REIT as a company that owns, operates, or finances income-producing real estate…
The Beginner’s Guide to Buying Crypto
Thinking about getting into cryptocurrency? This guide is for you. We’ll walk you through the basics of what crypto is and how to start your journey safely and simply in South Africa using VALR, a trusted local platform.
What is an ETF? Exchange-Traded Funds Explained for Beginners
What an ETF is, how it works, the main types available on the JSE, and how ETFs compare to unit trusts and ETNs - a simple explainer for South African beginners.
What is a Unit Trust?
A Unit Trust is a form of a collective investment. Unit Trusts have fund managers that help manage the funds securities by investing the funds (or units) of the trust on behalf of investors. A Unit Trust offers access to…