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Business / Economics

Young South Africans navigate financial pressure with savvy choices – Standard Bank youth barometer

  South Africa’s youth are feeling the financial pinch, but they’re not taking it lying down. The inaugural Standard Bank Youth Barometer reveals that while young adults aged 18 to 35 are under mounting financial pressure, they are also making financially astute decisions in response to economic constraints. The report, which offers a detailed snapshot of financial behaviours and trends among South Africa’s younger generation, highlights a growing pattern of […]

today12 June, 2025

Business / Economics

Survey finds that 37% of Namibians avoid investment risks

The 2023 Old Mutual Financial Services Monitor shows that many Namibians are not investing. About 37% are not willing to take any risks, especially the youth. Jo-Ann van Wyk from Old Mutual Investment Group revealed that 30% of people prefer safe, low-risk options like savings accounts.   Van Wyk further explains that on the other end of the spectrum, those who are more inclined to take risks understand that achieving […]

today30 September, 2024