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VEGA Asset Management VEGA specialises in bespoke local and offshore share portfolios. Investment excellence since 2007.

VEGA Asset Management’s International Top Pick for May 2026: Amazon (AMZN) 🌍From e-commerce dominance to cloud computing...
29/05/2026

VEGA Asset Management’s International Top Pick for May 2026: Amazon (AMZN) 🌍

From e-commerce dominance to cloud computing leadership through AWS, Amazon continues to strengthen one of the most powerful business ecosystems in the global economy.

With AWS now operating at a $150 billion annual run rate and advertising emerging as a major high-margin growth engine, Amazon’s long-term investment case remains compelling despite ongoing AI infrastructure investment.

Discover why Amazon remains our preferred international opportunity in the latest VEGA May Newsletter.

Read more here:
https://vegaassetmanagement.co.za/2026/05/06/may-2026-newsletter/

VEGA Asset Management’s South African Top Pick for May 2026: Altron 📈A platform-led technology business quietly compound...
28/05/2026

VEGA Asset Management’s South African Top Pick for May 2026: Altron 📈

A platform-led technology business quietly compounding value through fintech, digital health, IoT vehicle tracking, cyber security, and annuity-driven revenue streams.

With FY26 HEPS up 34%, ROIC at 23%, and a special dividend rewarding shareholders, Altron continues to demonstrate the power of disciplined ex*****on and scalable platform economics.

Discover why we believe Altron remains one of the most compelling South African technology opportunities in our latest May Newsletter.

Read more here:
https://vegaassetmanagement.co.za/2026/05/06/may-2026-newsletter/

After 20 years of steady leadership, our Chairman, Matie, will be stepping down from his role at VEGA Asset Management.F...
14/05/2026

After 20 years of steady leadership, our Chairman, Matie, will be stepping down from his role at VEGA Asset Management.

From the very beginning, Matie helped shape who we are. His wisdom, integrity, and quiet dedication gave VEGA its foundation, and his influence will continue to guide everything we do long after his departure.

To Matie: thank you. For your trust, your leadership, and for believing in what VEGA could become. We wish you all the very best in this next chapter.

Global markets rebounded sharply in April as investors responded positively to stronger-than-expected corporate earnings...
13/05/2026

Global markets rebounded sharply in April as investors responded positively to stronger-than-expected corporate earnings and hopes of easing geopolitical tensions.

In the latest VEGA Asset Management newsletter, we examine standout results from companies including Alphabet, Microsoft, Coca-Cola, Eli Lilly, and Visa, while exploring how artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and resilient consumer spending continue to reshape global markets.

Despite the recovery, uncertainty surrounding inflation, interest rates, and the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to keep volatility elevated across asset classes.

Read the International Market Overview here:
https://vegaassetmanagement.co.za/2026/05/06/may-2026-newsletter/

South Africa’s inflation picture may look calm on the surface, but underlying pressures are beginning to build.In the la...
11/05/2026

South Africa’s inflation picture may look calm on the surface, but underlying pressures are beginning to build.

In the latest VEGA Asset Management newsletter, we unpack why rising fuel prices, a weaker rand, and escalating Middle East tensions could place sustained pressure on inflation in the months ahead. We also explore China’s decision to extend zero-tariff access to South African exports, creating meaningful opportunities for local agriculture and trade.

From fuel-driven inflation risks to shifting global trade dynamics, the South African investment landscape is entering a fascinating phase.

Read the South African Market Overview here:
https://vegaassetmanagement.co.za/2026/05/06/may-2026-newsletter/

Markets staged a powerful recovery in April, but volatility remains firmly on the table. In the latest VEGA Asset Manage...
07/05/2026

Markets staged a powerful recovery in April, but volatility remains firmly on the table. In the latest VEGA Asset Management newsletter, we unpack the global and South African market landscape, review standout earnings from companies like Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon, and explore how the VEGA Global Strategic Fund navigated the month.

This edition also features our Share of the Month: Amazon (AMZN), alongside key insights from Morgan Housel’s Same as Ever on why “too much, too soon, too fast” can be one of the greatest risks in investing.

Read the full May 2026 Newsletter here:
https://vegaassetmanagement.co.za/2026/05/06/may-2026-newsletter/

Please join us in welcoming Armahn Dann to the VEGA Asset Management team.Armahn joins as a Portfolio Assistant and Inve...
05/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Armahn Dann to the VEGA Asset Management team.

Armahn joins as a Portfolio Assistant and Investment Analyst, holding a BCom in Investment Management and having recently passed the CFA Level 3 exam. He brings with him a strong foundation in financial analysis and portfolio management.

We look forward to the energy, precision, and fresh perspective he adds to our investment process.

Welcome aboard, Armahn.

Calm does not eliminate risk. It quietly builds it.In Chapter 8 of Same as Ever, Morgan Housel explores a powerful idea:...
27/04/2026

Calm does not eliminate risk. It quietly builds it.

In Chapter 8 of Same as Ever, Morgan Housel explores a powerful idea: stability plants the seeds of future instability.

When markets are calm, confidence grows. When confidence grows, risk-taking increases. And over time, that risk compounds beneath the surface.

This is the essence of Hyman Minsky’s Financial Instability Hypothesis. Stability leads to optimism. Optimism leads to leverage. Leverage eventually leads to fragility.

“The lack of recessions is what creates the next recession.”

What makes this idea so important is that it is not driven by irrational behaviour. Each individual decision along the way makes sense. Investors take on more risk because recent experience suggests it is safe to do so.

That is where the danger lies.

We are wired to trust what we have just lived through. A long period without disruption convinces us that disruption is unlikely. Rising markets convince us that risk is under control.

But markets operate in cycles:
Fear → Caution → Stability → Confidence → Excess → Instability

For investors, the lesson is not to predict when the cycle will turn. It is to build portfolios that can endure when it does.

Resilience matters more than precision. Preparation matters more than prediction.

Because in investing, the periods that feel the safest are often the ones that require the most discipline.

VEGA’s Offshore Top Pick for April 2026: Tencent.A digital empire built on network effects. From WeChat’s dominance to g...
22/04/2026

VEGA’s Offshore Top Pick for April 2026: Tencent.

A digital empire built on network effects. From WeChat’s dominance to gaming scale and AI-driven monetisation, Tencent continues to deepen its ecosystem while unlocking new growth layers.

Strong cash generation, disciplined capital allocation, and expanding margins support a long-term investment case, with a fair value of USD 102 per share.

Opportunity meets complexity, with regulatory, macro, and competitive dynamics shaping the path ahead.

Explore the full insight and understand both the power and the pressure points behind the story.

https://vegaassetmanagement.co.za/2026/04/08/vega-asset-management-april-2026-newsletter/

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument. Forecasts and estimates are subject to change and may not be realised. Investors should seek independent advice and consider their individual objectives before making any decisions.

VEGA Asset Management South African Top Pick for April 2026: Discovery Holdings.Strong results, expanding margins, and a...
20/04/2026

VEGA Asset Management South African Top Pick for April 2026: Discovery Holdings.

Strong results, expanding margins, and a proven shared value model are driving momentum across insurance, investments, and banking. With Discovery Bank reaching profitability and long-term growth engines gaining traction, the story is becoming harder to ignore.

Target price: ZAR 282 per share, with compelling upside supported by disciplined capital allocation and a wide competitive moat.

Explore the full insight and see where the opportunity lies.

https://vegaassetmanagement.co.za/2026/04/08/vega-asset-management-april-2026-newsletter/

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any securities. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investors should consider their own objectives and seek professional advice before making any investment decisions.

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