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“Bull markets are born on pessimism, grow on scepticism, mature on optimism, and die on euphoria.” – Sir John Templeton, investor, founder and philanthropist

“Persistence does not mean paralysis.” – Mohammad Aljadaan, Chairman of the International Monetary and Finance Committee, April 2026

Senior Portfolio Manager Charles de Kock reflects on an exceptionally volatile start to the year, marked by geopolitical conflict and market uncertainty. He considers the implications for investors while reinforcing a disciplined, long-term approach.

“We demand rigidly defined areas of doubt and uncertainty!” – Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy

“Battles are never the end of the war” – former US President James Garfield

Tighter financial conditions are the greatest near-term threat to global growth

How worried should investors be?