Coping with market uncertainty

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As we adjust our lifestyles and working habits to curb the spread of the corona-virus, it is natural to experience fear and anxiety. Over the last few weeks, these emotions have split over into the markets, which have experienced unprecedented volatility and declines. With fears of an economic slowdown and even a global recession, it is becoming more difficult for investors to keep calm and stick to their investment plans. Tamryn Lamb, head of Retail Distribution at Allan Gray, joins us to shed some light on some of the current movements and help us maintain a rational approach.
24 Mar 2020 English South Africa Investing · Investing

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