Citywire Money, Markets and Masterminds

The psychology of goal-based investing in turbulent times

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In the latest episode of Money, Markets, and Masterminds, Citywire South Africa is joined by Roné Swanepoel, head of sales at Morningstar Investment Management South Africa, for a conversation that brings the behavioural side of investing into sharp focus.

This episode marks the 14th instalment of our Mind Over Markets podcast series with Morningstar and tackles one of the most pressing questions facing advisers and investors right now: How do you stay the course when the world feels like it’s coming apart?

Swanepoel, who draws on Morningstar’s global research and behavioural frameworks, introduces listeners to the concept of mining for goals – a technique developed by the firm’s behavioural science team to help clients move from vague intentions to specific, emotionally grounded objectives. As she explains, when clients understand why they’re investing — whether it’s freedom, security, or legacy — the noise of the market becomes less distracting.

This episode is a must-listen for any adviser navigating client conversations in today’s high-noise, low-conviction environment. Whether you’re facing clients spooked by headlines or needing to revisit your planning frameworks, this is a timely reminder that behaviour matters as much as allocation.

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4 Jul English South Africa Investing

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