
Ninety One flags shift from US dominance to broader opportunity sets
John Stopford says future market returns may be shaped by different forces than those of the past decade, with implications for South African assets.

John Stopford says future market returns may be shaped by different forces than those of the past decade, with implications for South African assets.

As optimism rises and valuations stretch, there is a shift from broad exposure to disciplined, valuation-driven analysis.

Morningstar’s Investment Outlook for 2026 highlights trends in the US and domestic equity markets that it believes advisers and investors should watch.

Amid heightened geopolitical risk, investors chasing offshore returns should temper expectations for US stocks and prioritise true diversification, says Orbis’s Rob Perrone.

In investing, one key factor is often overlooked: the payback period. Understanding duration can reshape your portfolio strategy and help you manage risk more effectively.

In a market facing economic challenges, Altria and BAT have outperformed major indexes. Ryk de Klerk explores the pricing of tobacco shares, risk premiums, and the factors driving their resilience.