As Women’s Day highlights progress and challenges, experts call for financial systems that support South African women through career transitions to safeguard long-term wealth and retirement benefits. South African women are being urged to think beyond the moment they change…
Experts emphasise the importance of maintaining a clear boundary between true emergencies and ordinary household expenses, urging consumers to protect their financial safety net for unforeseen shocks rather than predictable costs or everyday spending. MoneyLion’s advice is simple: a genuine…
For wealth to endure across generations, families must embrace open dialogue, ongoing stewardship, and comprehensive education, transforming inheritance into a shared responsibility rather than a windfall. Preparing an inheritance as a lasting legacy takes more than drafting a will and…
As mutual fund investing becomes more accessible, investors must carefully navigate platform choices, focusing on direct plans and holding formats to optimise long-term returns and flexibility. Mutual fund investing has become far easier in recent years, with platforms reducing paperwork,…
Bajaj Life’s Smart Wealth Goal VII aims to combine life cover with market-linked growth through its non-participating ULIP, but costs and structure may limit its appeal for most investors seeking simplicity and maximum returns. Bajaj Life Smart Wealth Goal VII…
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announced a 24/7 cyber surveillance centre and new initiatives to expand and modernise urban co-operative banks across India, signalling a disruptive push towards digital banking security and inclusion. Union Home and Cooperation Minister…
Establishing a specific, realistic travel budget early in the planning process can ease expenses, improve decision-making, and enhance your travel experience by preventing unexpected costs. Planning a travel budget before booking anything can make the difference between a relaxed trip…
As grocery apps provide convenience and discounts, consumers are advised to scrutinise privacy settings to prevent extensive data collection and protect household privacy. Grocery shopping apps have made saving money easier, but they can also collect far more data than…
Long-term travellers risk being locked out of their bank accounts as fraud detection systems become more sensitive to unusual login activity and device reliance, prompting advice on proactive safeguards. Bank lockouts can arrive with little warning for long-term travellers, turning…
Steady financial lives are driven by consistent habits, proactive communication, and automation, transforming money management from stress-inducing to seamlessly manageable, emphasising progress over perfection. Money rarely feels calm by accident. For many people, a steady financial life is less about…
As summer expenses mount through travel, retail deals, and dining out, experts warn that hidden charges and impulsive spending can push household budgets into debt, urging consumers to spend with intention and review costs carefully. Summer spending often arrives in…
While liquid funds are designed for capital preservation and liquidity, recent data shows significant variation in returns over different periods. Investors should consider multiple performance metrics and fund characteristics before making decisions. Liquid funds are built for preservation of capital…
