Investment Week caught up with delegates at the Global Forum in Cape Town to gauge their views on market volatility
plan invest group Mike OwenThe recent market falls have prompted commentators to dust off various 'C words'. Was it a crash or even the capitulation that was mentioned on the US channels? More likely it appears to be a timely correction. The Shanghai market's fall and comments from Alan Greenspan have been cited as causes but, in truth, the markets needed a reality check after their recent stunning gains. Investors must see this as a reminder to treat equities as part of a balanced portfolio and possibly as a chance to buy in at lower levels. In assessing the damage, it is also a useful re...
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