Retirement can be a significant life transition, and individuals may face various challenges during this phase. Here is why you should save for retirement now and the common challenges faced in retirement: Relatable Challenges Associated with Retirement Emotional and Psychological Challenges: 1. Loss of purpose and identity 2. Social isolation [...]
Investing in publicly traded shares offers numerous benefits, for those individuals seeking to grow their wealth. Here are the advantages of investing in publicly traded shares: Liquidity; Publicly traded shares can be easily bought and sold on stock exchanges, providing liquidity and flexibility.Diversification; Investing in shares allows diversification across various [...]
Business continuity is not guaranteed in the event of a founder’s exit, highlighting the importance of listing your company on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE). Founders play a crucial role in shaping a company’s vision, strategy, and culture. Their departure can create uncertainty, impacting employee morale, customer relationships, and overall [...]
Unit trust funds, also known as Collective Investment Schemes (CISs)are investment vehicles that pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of assets, such as stocks, bonds, and other securities. Each investor owns a proportionate share of the fund’s assets, represented by units. These units can be [...]
Real assets determine the wealth of an individual, whereas financial asset merely represent claims on real assets. Nevertheless, financial assets and markets in which they are traded play several crucial roles in facilitating savings and investments for individual and institutional investors. Tangible assets with intrinsic value. Examples: Advantages of Investing [...]
Portfolio diversification involves spreading investments across different asset types in order to reduce the volatility and risk involved with investing. The purpose of having a diversified portfolio is to try and balance risk and reward as well as ensure the longevity of your investment portfolio. Diversification plays a crucial role in [...]