Why Sanlam’s headline earnings fell despite strong business growth
Currency movements, bond market distortions, reinsurance losses, and strategic investment spending combined to weigh on Sanlam’s reported results.
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SA equities still trade at a discount as global markets grow more concentrated, says Discovery
Discovery Invest’s 2026 outlook highlights improved domestic fundamentals, attractive relative valuations, and scope for rate easing.
Sanlam sees strong growth across all business lines
The group’s new business volumes in life insurance grew by 12%, while net operational earnings rose by 17%.
Sasria aims to reintroduce R1bn cover amid rising reinsurance costs
Sasria’s five-year strategic plan includes the reintroduction of R1bn excess of loss cover and expanding its coverage for events such as natural disasters.
SA investors more optimistic than global peers about their return prospects
Most investors believe we have entered a new era of policy and market behaviour and are adapting their strategies accordingly, Schroders research finds.
