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The Unusual Finance Chat
Welcome to The Unusual Finance Chat, your go-to podcast for unpacking South Africa’s insurance industry and broader financial landscape. Hosted by veteran journalist Tinus de Jager and insurance expert Jacques de Villiers, we make sense of complex financial topics and bring you practical insights to navigate your financial journey.
Each week, we dive into:
- Hot topics in insurance and finance
- Expert interviews with industry leaders
- Practical Q&As tackling listener questions
- Stock market updates and analysis
- Fun segments, including reviews of shows and eateries
Whether you’re an industry insider or someone trying to better understand your financial options, The Unusual Finance Chat is your companion for smarter financial decisions.
New episodes drop every Friday at 1 PM (CAT). Subscribe now and join us for engaging discussions, actionable advice, and a dash of lighter financial news to end your week on the right note!
The Unusual Finance Chat
Tariffs, Tensions & Tactics: How U.S. Trade Moves Impact Your Investment Portfolio – with Liam Dawson
This week on The Unusual Finance Chat, we unpack the ripple effects of rising U.S. tariffs on global and local investment strategies. Liam Dawson, Investment Analyst and Portfolio Manager at PortfolioMetrix, joins Tinus de Jager and Jacques de Villiers to explain how these trade tensions shape portfolio construction, where the risks lie, and what South African investors should watch out for. With his background in engineering, global asset analysis, and fixed income management, Liam brings a sharply analytical view to a complex global question.
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