Quarterly Conversations Q4 2023 | Foord International Fund
Multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord International Fund, Brian Arcese talks to investment professional, Lind Eedes about the fund’s performance in 2023 and how it is positioned going forward.
2/13/2024 • 23 minutes, 31 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q4 2023 | Foord Fixed Income Fund
Linda Eedes talks to portfolio managers Farzana Bayat and Rashaad Tayob about how Foord’s fixed income funds performed in Q4 2023, what’s happening in the market and how Foord is positioned going forward.
2/8/2024 • 15 minutes, 15 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q4 2023 | South African Equity
Linda Eedes talks to portfolio manager Wim Murray about how Foord’s multi-asset strategies have performed, what’s happening in the market and how Foord is positioned going forward.
2/8/2024 • 12 minutes, 32 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q4 2023 | Foord Multi-Asset Fund
Linda Eedes talks to Foord South Africa Chief Investment Officer Nick Balkin about how Foord’s multi-asset strategies have performed, what’s happening in the market and how Foord is positioned going forward.
2/8/2024 • 11 minutes, 43 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q4 2023 | Foord Asia ex-Japan Fund
Portfolio managers Brian Arcese and JC Xue provide an update on the fund’s performance through Q4 2023 and how Foord Asset Management navigates complex market conditions.
2/8/2024 • 22 minutes, 44 seconds
A Global Overview of Market Movements for January 2024
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
2/6/2024 • 7 minutes, 13 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q4 2023 | Foord Global Equity Fund
Portfolio managers Brian Arcese, JC Xue and Ishreth Hassen provide analysis on the performance of the Foord Global Equity Fund for Q4 2023.
2/5/2024 • 22 minutes, 58 seconds
Foord-Hassen Shariah Equity Fund Q4 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and portfolio manager on the Foord-Hassen Shariah Equity Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q4 2023.
1/30/2024 • 14 minutes, 36 seconds
Foord Insights | How ESG is Changing the Investment Landscape
Portfolio manager Brian Arcese explains the nuances of ESG and its growing importance in portfolio management. He dissects the elements that define ESG and addresses common questions about its role in contemporary investment strategies and how Foord Asset Management is navigating this transition without compromising growth or ethical standards.
Portfolio manager Mike Townshend offers insights into the resource sector and why Foord remains underweight in the current economic climate. Mike sheds light on the pivotal role commodities play in driving the sector and their impact on market trends.
1/25/2024 • 13 minutes, 38 seconds
Inflation - The Long Road Back To 2%
In this podcast, portfolio manager Farzana Bayat and investment professional Linda Eedes explore the prospects of inflation returning to the targeted 2% level. They examine various factors and events that could influence inflation rates. And discuss the impact of these fluctuations on the market.
1/24/2024 • 10 minutes, 58 seconds
Geopolitical Dynamics - The West Versus The Rest
Portfolio manager Rashaad Tayob and investment professional Linda Eedes engage in a detailed discussion about the evolving geopolitical landscape, focusing particularly on the interplay between the West and the rest. Rashaad highlights the significant role Asia has played in driving global economic growth over recent decades, while also noting the substantial contribution of the technology sector in Western nations to this growth.
1/24/2024 • 8 minutes, 27 seconds
Thematic Investing - Creating Opportunities For Forward Thinking Investors
In this podcast, South Africa CIO Nick Balkin joined Linda Eedes to discuss the art of identifying impactful investment themes. Nick reveals the key to success in thematic investing and emphasised the importance of extensive reading and engaging with industry experts. He also gave further insights into what to look out for when looking at themes.
1/24/2024 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
Property - The Hybrid Asset That Triggers Strong Views
Join portfolio manager, Wim Murray and investment professional Linda Eedes, in a discussion about property — an often overlooked asset class. Sharing the nuances of property investments, Wim sheds light on the traditional perception of real estate as a stable income source. However, the past five years have challenged this view due to fluctuating macroeconomic factors.
1/24/2024 • 7 minutes, 55 seconds
A global overview of market movements for December 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
1/9/2024 • 7 minutes, 13 seconds
A global overview of market movements for November 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
12/7/2023 • 7 minutes, 28 seconds
Foord Insights | Choosing Potential Over Perfection in ESG Investing
Foord Asset Management portfolio manager Brian Arcese and Ruperto Ancajas dive into the evolving world of ESG and share more about Foord's unique approach in incorporating ESG factors and principles into our investment process over the past four decades.
12/7/2023 • 9 minutes, 52 seconds
Foord Insights | How Foord Finds Value in Artificial Intelligence
In this podcast, Foord Asset Management portfolio managers Brian Arcese, Ishreth Hassen and JC Xue, explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business and investment. They discuss AI's role in enhancing productivity, its integration into various industries and the future of AI in shaping investment strategies.
11/30/2023 • 19 minutes, 29 seconds
A global overview of market movements for October 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
11/7/2023 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q3 2023 | Fixed Income
Linda Eedes talks to Foord’s Portfolio Manager Farzana Bayat and Rashaad Tayob about how Foord’s fixed income have performed, what’s happening in the market and how Foord is positioned going forward.
11/6/2023 • 16 minutes, 34 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q3 2023 | M.I.C.E. Update
Linda Eedes talks to Portfolio Manager, Rashaad Tayob about M.I.C.E. framework, a useful gauge Foord uses to consider the macro landscape.
11/1/2023 • 10 minutes, 1 second
Quarterly Conversations Q3 2023 | Foord Flexible Fund of Funds
Linda Eedes talks to Dave Foord about how the Foord Flexible Fund of Funds has performed, what’s happening in the market and how Foord is positioned going forward.
10/29/2023 • 24 minutes, 8 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q3 2023 | South African Equity
Linda Eedes talks to Foord's Portfolio Manager Wim Murray about how Foord’s multi-asset strategies have performed, what’s happening in the market and how Foord is positioned going forward.
10/18/2023 • 19 minutes, 28 seconds
Quarterly Conversations Q3 2023 | Multi Asset
Linda Eedes talks to Foord South Africa Chief Investment Officer Nick Balkin about how Foord’s multi-asset strategies have performed, what’s happening in the market and how Foord is positioned going forward.
10/17/2023 • 22 minutes, 31 seconds
A global overview of market movements for September 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
10/9/2023 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
Foord-Hassen Shariah Equity Fund Q3 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and portfolio manager on the Foord-Hassen Shariah Equity Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q3 2023.
10/5/2023 • 3 minutes, 41 seconds
Foord Asia ex-Japan Fund Q3 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord Asia ex-Japan Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q3 2023.
10/5/2023 • 4 minutes
Foord Global Equity Fund Q3 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord Global Equity Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q3 2023.
10/5/2023 • 4 minutes, 10 seconds
Foord Global Equity Australia Feeder Fund Q2 2023 Commentary
Brian Arcese, multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord Global Equity Australia Feeder Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q3 2023.
10/5/2023 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
Foord International Fund Q3 2023 Commentary
Brian Arcese, multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord International Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q3 2023.
10/5/2023 • 4 minutes, 49 seconds
A global overview of market movements for August 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
9/6/2023 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
A global overview of market movements for July 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global and South African markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
8/8/2023 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
Foord-Hassen Shariah Equity Fund Q2 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and portfolio manager on the Foord-Hassen Shariah Equity Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q2 2023.
7/7/2023 • 3 minutes, 42 seconds
Foord Asia ex-Japan Fund Q2 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord Asia ex-Japan Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q2 2023.
7/7/2023 • 3 minutes, 43 seconds
Foord Global Equity Fund Q2 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord Global Equity Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q2 2023.
7/7/2023 • 3 minutes, 21 seconds
Foord Global Equity Australia Feeder Fund Q2 2023 Commentary
Brian Arcese, multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord Global Equity Australia Feeder Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q2 2023.
7/7/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
Foord International Fund Q2 2023 Commentary
Brian Arcese, multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord International Fund, provides an update on the fund’s performance through Q2 2023.
7/7/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
A global overview of market movements for June 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Brian Arcese discusses what’s happened in global and South African markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
7/4/2023 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
The demise of the Dollar - what are the alternatives?
The US dollar is the global reserve currency, the predominant currency for international trade and finance and a store of value - why this sudden talk of its potential demise? And what could it be replaced with - the yuan, gold, bitcoin or even a BRICS currency? Foord South Africa CIO Nick Balkin and portfolio manager Rashaad Tayob share their thoughts with Linda Eedes.
6/15/2023 • 8 minutes, 31 seconds
3 Key Components to Assess the Trajectory of US inflation
When looking at the outlook for inflation in the US we have to consider 3 key components. These being, the impact of commodity prices, rental prices in the US and wage price inflation. Linda Eedes, discusses these in detail.
6/7/2023 • 3 minutes, 54 seconds
A global overview of market movements for May 2023
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
6/6/2023 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
The US banking crisis – what this means for SA banking
Foord fixed income portfolio managers Rashaad Tayob and Farzana Bayat talk to Linda Eedes about the US banking crisis. After a steady rise in inflation and interest rates over the past year, US banks continue to bleed deposits. What does this mean for SA banking and our fragile economy?
6/6/2023 • 19 minutes, 5 seconds
SA Equities: Where we see the best opportunities
Linda Eedes talks to Wim Murray, multiple-counsellor portfolio manager on the Foord Equity Fund. Together they discuss the three categories of SA equities - the global companies which are listed in SA with revenues from around the world, the domestically focused businesses which are tied to the local economic cycle (SA Inc.) and resources which are tied to the commodity cycle - and what presents the best opportunities for South African investors.
5/22/2023 • 9 minutes, 27 seconds
A global overview of market movements for April 2023
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
5/8/2023 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
Foord International Fund Q1 2023 Commentary
Brian Arcese, portfolio manager on the Foord International Fund, provides an update on the fund's performance through Q1 2023.
4/12/2023 • 5 minutes, 29 seconds
Foord Global Equity Fund Q1 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and portfolio manager on the Foord Global Equity Fund, provides an update on the fund's performance through Q1 2023.
4/12/2023 • 3 minutes
Foord Global Equity Australia Feeder Fund Q1 2023 Commentary
Brian Arcese, portfolio manager on the Foord Global Equity Australia Feeder Fund, provides an update on the fund's performance through Q1 2023.
4/12/2023 • 7 minutes, 16 seconds
Foord Asia Ex-Japan Fund Q1 2023 Commentary
Ishreth Hassen, head of research and portfolio manager on the Foord Asia Ex-Japan Fund, provides an update on the fund's performance through Q1 2023.
4/12/2023 • 3 minutes, 11 seconds
A global overview of market movements for March 2023
In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a Nutshell’, Linda Eedes discusses what’s happened in global markets and economies over the past month, how we see things playing out and how Foord is positioned as a result.
4/5/2023 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
What is a technocratic government?
What is a technocratic government? Dr Khanna explains this term as well as the institutions that best promote the government objectives. He also covers the importance of trust and solidarity.
3/30/2023 • 9 minutes, 6 seconds
4 Economic Risks for 2023
As investment managers we believe we are in the business of managing risk. Needless to say that as part of Foord's top-down approach to managing money we consider macroeconomics and in doing so, the economic risks we face as investors. In this podcast, Linda Eedes highlights four economic risks we are concerned about for 2023.
3/23/2023 • 4 minutes, 11 seconds
Challenges and opportunities in a low growth environment
In this episode, Linda Eedes and Mike Townshend unpack the South African economic landscape in order to understand where we are finding opportunities within the local market and the challenges we face from an economic perspective.
3/16/2023 • 7 minutes, 10 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for February 2023
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
3/3/2023 • 6 minutes
A global overview of market movements for February 2023
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements
3/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
Opportunities across the asset classes
Linda Eedes talks with Nick Balkin, CIO for Foord SA and portfolio manager on our multi asset funds. Amongst other things, in this video Nick discusses what shifts have occurred in the portfolios and the importance of understanding where the markets are at so that one can be prepared for these inflection points.
3/1/2023 • 7 minutes, 22 seconds
Bracing for Budget 2023 and a grey listing decision
It's a big week for South Africa as Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers Budget 2023 and the Financial Action Task Force hands down their verdict on South Africa's grey listing. Linda Eedes talks to Portfolio Manager Rashaad Tayob about Foord's expectations and the implications both mean for the economy, the market and all South Africans.
2/21/2023 • 11 minutes, 9 seconds
The FED versus the Market. Who will be proved right in 2023?
Linda Eedes talks to portfolio manager Rashaad Tayob about the Fed and the market being at odds with one another. The Fed believes it will be able to maintain rates at a high level for a long period of time. The market is seeing rate cuts by the end of the year. Rashaad discusses this gap between the Fed and market expectations.
2/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
Is Asia decreasing its dependence on the US dollar?
Dr Khanna discusses the importance of decreasing Asia’s dependence on the US Dollar and the diversification pattern into their own currency.
2/15/2023 • 3 minutes, 41 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for January 2023
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
2/3/2023 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
A global overview of market movements for January 2023
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
2/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 21 seconds
Geopolitical changes in Asia
European corporates have been more connected to trading with Asia than the US. Dr Khanna discusses whether this affects geopolitical linkages or whether economics is the only factor.
2/1/2023 • 3 minutes, 41 seconds
China - why we are cautiously optimistic
Brian Arcese and JC Xue discuss the investability of China, the conviction Foord has around the quality of businesses they own and the valuations they own them at.
1/30/2023 • 9 minutes, 51 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for December 2022
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
1/11/2023 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
A global overview of market movements for December 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements
1/11/2023 • 5 minutes, 17 seconds
Is export driving investment throughout Asia?
In this podcast Dr Khanna discusses the asianisation of Asia. Is Asia looking at itself more in terms of whether to export, or how much stays in Asia?
1/6/2023 • 2 minutes, 33 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for November 2022
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
12/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 51 seconds
A global overview of market movements for November 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements https://foord.co.za/
12/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
Foord Income Funds: 4 tenets we invest by
In this podcast, Linda Eedes unpacks the investment philosophy of the Foord income funds with portfolio managers Rashaad Tayob and Farzana Bayat.
12/2/2022 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
MPC Nov 2022 Rate Hike
South Africa’s interest rate hike of 75 bps this week comes as no surprise. In this podcast, Linda Eedes talks to portfolio managers, Farzana Bayat and Rashaad Tayob about Foord’s interest rate expectations, future hikes, where we are on the inflation curve and how Foord is positioned as a result.
11/29/2022 • 9 minutes, 54 seconds
At the mercy of the mighty Dollar
In this podcast, Linda Eedes, investment executive at Foord, discusses the recent movements of the rand.
11/25/2022 • 4 minutes, 3 seconds
Why the US labour market is hotter than ever
Portfolio manager, Nancy Hossack, gives an overview of global markets and how we are positioned accordingly.
11/25/2022 • 9 minutes, 28 seconds
How to think about risk in the current inflationary environment
Investment executive, Nick Curtin talks with portfolio manager Nick Balkin about how to think about risk in the current inflationary environment.
11/25/2022 • 9 minutes, 14 seconds
Is There a 4th Wave of Asian Growth?
In this podcast, Foord Asset Management’s Portfolio Manager, Brian Arcese and Dr Khanna discusses interesting areas to look at in the Asian countries, in terms of investment opportunities.
11/24/2022 • 5 minutes, 2 seconds
M.I.C.E UPDATE
Investment executive, Linda Eedes talks with portfolio manager, Rashaad Tayob about a useful framework that Foord uses to consider macro economic risk.
11/23/2022 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for October 2022
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
11/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
A global overview of market movements for October 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
11/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
Is there a common Asian identity?
In this podcast Dr Khanna discusses whether there is a common Asian identity or if a nationalistic identity is more important in Asia. He also discusses the importance of China both economically and geo-politically to the region.
11/1/2022 • 5 minutes, 24 seconds
The Asian Renaissance
In this podcast, Dr Khanna discusses the definition of the Asia system as well as the new rise of Asia versus the return of Asia both in the East and West.
10/24/2022 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for September 2022
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
10/5/2022 • 7 minutes, 7 seconds
A global overview of market movements for September 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
10/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
A global overview of market movements for August 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
9/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for August 2022
‘Markets in a nutshell’ is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
9/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 48 seconds
A global overview of market movements for July 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
8/3/2022 • 12 minutes, 21 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for July 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
8/3/2022 • 14 minutes, 30 seconds
Retail - feeling the pinch
Equity analyst Dhersan Chetty talks about how rising food inflation and rising interest rates are headwinds for consumers and food manufacturers alike in South Africa.
7/26/2022 • 3 minutes, 40 seconds
SA Politics - Implications of recent voting trends
Portfolio manager Nancy Hossack talks recent voting trends and the implications of potential outcomes with Linda Eedes.
7/26/2022 • 9 minutes, 13 seconds
Foord Equity Fund - what are the stocks and themes impacting Foord's thinking? - July 2022
Linda Eedes talks to portfolio manager, Wim Murray
7/18/2022 • 10 minutes, 47 seconds
Foord's multi-asset class views - July 2022
Linda Eedes talks to portfolio manager, Nick Balkin
7/18/2022 • 10 minutes, 42 seconds
A global overview of market movements for June 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.
7/8/2022 • 5 minutes, 53 seconds
A South African and global overview of market movements for June 2022
'Markets in a nutshell' is Foord Asset Management’s monthly overview of market movements.