Alternative investing

Discover the universe of alternative investments.

Exploring alternatives is a key factor in portfolio construction. Alternative investing points to higher risk-adjusted returns, portfolio diversification due to low correlation with listed assets, and the ability to deliver both a real financial and tangible social return.

Multi-strategy

Pawan Singh gives an overview on Alternatives – explaining what they are, the investment case with reference to retirement portfolios, the financial and social benefits, and how to navigate the challenges with a diversified approach to this asset class.

Private equity

John Seymour introduces private equity, and discusses the financial and social returns of the asset class. A comparison is made between listed equities and private equities, and the reasons for its inclusion in a portfolio are explored.

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John Seymour

Head, Private Equity & Mezzanine Finance

John joined Sanlam Investments as the head of Private Equity and Mezzanine Finance, within the alternative investments division. He has 22 years of investment, fundraising and financial services experience, and is responsible for managing portfolios of over R3billion. After qualifying as a chartered accountant with Deloitte’s Capital Markets division, John moved to Rand Merchant Bank where he co-founded and headed the Principal Investments division, later becoming a venture partner for Rand Merchant Investment Holdings Ltd. John sits on several company boards and is a mentor for the Endeavor entrepreneur network.

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