How to build a portfolio during times of extreme uncertainty.

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Major global events over the past three years have driven home an important life lesson: the need to expect, and plan for, the unexpected. When it comes to our personal finances, this means balancing the need to have some emergency cash available, with the need for earning inflation-beating returns over the long term. What is the best way to think about building your portfolio during times of extreme uncertainty? Cedrick Pila, IFA Distribution regional manager at Allan Gray, joins Kaya Bizz to discuss why a diversified portfolio protects long-term investors against uncertain outcomes.
18 Oct 2022 English South Africa Investing · Investing

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