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Ashburton Global 1200 Equity Fund of Funds ETF hits R1 billion under management
Vicki Tagg
Wed, Jan 13, 2021
The Ashburton Global 1200 Equity Fund of Funds ETF (ASHEQF) has reached the notable R1 billion assets under management milestone in just over three years since it launched.
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Promotion of James Cooke to Head of Global Equities
James Cooke
Mon, Nov 16, 2020
James Cooke has been promoted to Head of Global Equities (International) and, subject to regulatory approval, to Director of Investments (International) Ashburton Investments.
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Why Samsung may be a better bet than soaring Apple right now
Kathy Davey
Tue, Sep 22, 2020
Apple has had an incredible run recently, but its valuation is now well above its hardware technology peers which means one of its biggest competitors could be a better investment right now.
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New report reveals SA’s top priorities for impact investing
Ashburton Investments
Wed, Aug 19, 2020
Ashburton Investments, the asset management arm of the FirstRand Group, today released the findings of its new report on the priorities of South African institutional investors for impact investing.
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Changes to the fund structure of the Ashburton Global 1200 Equity ETF
Vicki Tagg
Tue, Jun 23, 2020
Changing the structure of the Ashburton Global 1200 Equity ETF
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Ashburton Investments enhances fund administration through JTC partnership
Ashburton Investments
Tue, May 5, 2020
Ashburton Investments, the Jersey-based asset management business of FirstRand Group, has signed an agreement with JTC to administer fund shareholder accounts following full regulatory approval.
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Update from our CEO: Ashburton Investments closely monitoring developments relating to the coronavirus outbreak
Sizwe Nxedlana
Fri, Mar 20, 2020
Ashburton Investments is closely monitoring developments relating to the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. We want to assure you that we are dedicating significant resources to keeping our approach up-to date as we prioritise:
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How do you grow your investment returns in a low-growth world?
Ashburton Investments
Wed, Nov 27, 2019
In a world where economic growth is slowing and uncertainty is increasing, investors may want to protect their portfolios, especially if they are predominantly in equity. But what are your options for growing your investment returns in this environment?
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A place for offshore equity ETFs in portfolio construction
Ashburton Investments
Wed, Nov 27, 2019
Investing in offshore equity can play a valuable role in your portfolio, adding diversification and, depending on your investment time horizon, a significant difference in portfolio returns.
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How investing in mezzanine funds can diversify and enhance portfolio returns
Ashburton Investments
Wed, Nov 27, 2019
There are compelling reasons why investors should consider investing in mezzanine debt - it can not only provide portfolio diversification but can also substantially enhance yield while reducing volatility.
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New chief investment officer (CIO) appointed
Ashburton Investments
Fri, Oct 11, 2019
Patrice Rassou has been appointed chief investment officer (CIO) of Ashburton Investments, the asset management business of FirstRand Limited with effect from April 2020. This is a new role created to coordinate the various investment management activities of the FirstRand group.
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New CEO appointed at Ashburton Investments
Sizwe Nxedlana
Mon, Oct 7, 2019
Sizwe Nxedlana has been appointed CEO of Ashburton Investments, the asset management arm of the FirstRand group, with immediate effect. Sizwe replaces former CEO, Boshoff Grobler, who last month moved to a new role in FirstRand Group Treasury.
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Changes to UK property tax for non-UK resident investors
Ashburton Investments
Fri, Sep 20, 2019
As a result of changes to UK tax legislation, non-UK resident investors will be subject to capital gains tax on gains made on all direct, and certain indirect, disposals of UK property.
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Ashburton Investments SICAV – Africa Equity Opportunities Fund ("the Fund") – liquidation update
Ashburton Investments
Mon, Aug 12, 2019
On 12 July 2019, we announced that the Ashburton Investments SICAV – Africa Equity Opportunities Fund would be liquidated on 12 August 2019.
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Results of Ashburton Replica Portfolio Limited (“Replica”) – EGM results
Ashburton Investments
Fri, Jul 19, 2019
Further to our news story of 20 June 2019 the results of the Extraordinary General Meeting (“EGM”) for the Ashburton Replica Portfolio Limited are listed below.
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Ashburton Investments SICAV - Africa Equity Opportunities Fund ("the Fund") - forthcoming liquidation
Ashburton Investments
Fri, Jul 12, 2019
Ashburton Investments has today, 12 July 2019, announced that following a review of our international fund range, the Ashburton Investments SICAV Board has decided that it is in the best interests of investors to close and liquidate the Africa Equity Opportunities Fund.
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Appointment of Fidelity International as sub-investment manager
Ashburton Investments
Thu, Jun 20, 2019
In February 2018, Ashburton Investments appointed FIL Pensions Management (“Fidelity”) as its investment advisor to Ashburton’s multi asset fund range.
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Ashburton Investments launches Ashburton Global Leaders ZAR Equity Feeder Fund
Ashburton Investments
Wed, Apr 24, 2019
Ashburton Investments has recently launched the Ashburton Global Leaders ZAR Equity Feeder Fund, the rand-based feeder of our highly successful dollar-based offshore Ashburton Global Leaders Equity Fund.
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Ashburton Stable Income Fund reaches the R10 billion-rand mark in its 10th year
Ashburton Investments
Wed, Apr 24, 2019
We are extremely proud to share the news that the Ashburton Stable Income Fund has reached another significant milestone this month, with assets under management now over R10 billion - and continuing to climb steadily.
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Ashburton Investments SICAV - Global Energy Fund ("the Fund") – liquidation update
Ashburton Investments
Mon, Apr 8, 2019
On 25 March 2019, we announced that the Ashburton Investments SICAV – Global Energy Fund would be liquidated on 5 April 2019.