Inspire session promotes savings, investment

Creating financial security requires an understanding of savings and investment concepts and strategies, and for those unfamiliar with investing, knowing where to start can be a challenge. Capricorn Group and Capricorn Asset Management hosted an introductory discussion on savings and investments specifically catered to first-time and novice investors, under the Group’s Inspire banner. The Inspire public session, which took place at Namibia Institute of Public Admin and Management (NIPAM), was themed, Smart Money Moves, and was presented by a panel of investment specialists from the Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) team.

“As a Namibian-owned financial institution, Capricorn Group, as Connectors of Positive Change, goes the extra mile, ensuring that we drive key discussions, through the sharing of knowledge and diverse points, to help our stakeholders to nurture sustainable opportunities in their businesses and personal lives. A session of this nature improves the financial literacy of the communities in which we operate, equipping people to take complex financial decisions, sufficiently plan ahead, and improve their understanding of investment concepts.” said Marlize Horn, Group Executive for Brand and Corporate Affairs.

The speakers, Floris Bergh, Shuutheni Shivute and Elina Shikomba, shared concepts and tips on saving options, assessing financial situations, drafting investment plans, defining financial goals, risk tolerance and assets to an audience of about 120 guests and many more who joined online.

Floris Bergh is a chief economist, and a member of CAM’s Economic Committee. He has 31 years of industry experience and holds a B.Com (Hons) in Economics from Stellenbosch University. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charter Holder, an NSX Qualified Stockbroker and an accredited Personal Financial Advisor. Shuutheni Shivute is a Portfolio Manager at CAM, with 3 years industry experience. He holds a B.Com (Hons) in Economics at the University of Pretoria and is a CFA Level 2 Candidate. Elina Shikomba is an institutional consultant at CAM with 3 years industry experience. Elina holds a B.Com (Hons) in Financial Economics and investment management from the University of the Free State and is a CFA Level 2 Candidate.

“Remember time is your friend, and inflation your enemy. You can fight inflation by starting your savings and investment journey early,” said Floris Bergh, Chief Economist at CAM

The Group’s Inspire sessions are thought-provoking thought leadership information sessions geared towards inspiring our employees, stakeholders and the public by stirring up conversations with mind-shifting potential. Capricorn Group has, over the years, become synonymous with these Inspire events, featuring well-known thought leaders in the past. This is the 14th Inspire session over 5 years and as Connector of Positive Change, Capricorn Group will remain true to its purpose by creating more thought leadership platforms of this nature.