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

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

The asset manager lifted revenue by 10%, but headline EPS declined year-on-year once the prior period’s R561m SARS tax recovery fell away.

Despite the FSCA’s findings of RMCP gaps, SCI confirms that client funds remain secure and no money laundering or terrorist financing was detected.

The net result from financial services grew by 20% to about R8.08bn, with general insurance the standout in the six months to the end of June.

Ninety One will acquire Sanlam Investment Management and oversee investment management for Sanlam Investments UK.

Sanlam gained market share in individual underwritten life insurance, supported by strong single-premium growth and stable persistency in the affluent segment.

All eyes are on the group’s pan-African joint venture with Allianz, to see whether it will mirror the achievements of Sanlam’s interests in India.

Marlborough’s Ireland-domiciled UCITS multi-asset portfolios will now be included in Carrick Wealth’s range of investment options.