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The Botswana Stock Exchange Wants You to Buy Debt You Can Sell

What if you could lend money to a company or government like a bank and still be able to sell that loan later? You're not buying a business, you're giving someone money to use and they pay you back with a little something extra. If you need cash before they finish paying, you can sell that deal to someone else. That’s what bonds are. Bond trading in Botswana is like a kraal for big cattle only. But now the BSE wants small farmers like you to be able to step in.

Is FNBB’s Acacia Your Safer Shade During Banking Headwinds?

FNBB is like that farmer who grows both maize and keeps goats. If the rains fail and the maize struggles, the goats are expected to still bring in cash. As economic winds blow harder and the climate gets drier, maybe that acacia in the logo isn’t just a symbol—it’s the business model FNBB needs to stay rooted and resilient in this testing season.

The Diamond Tide Recedes, Is Your Bank Swimming Naked?

Botswana’s diamond money is drying up, and that’s putting pressure on the government’s budget. Most people with bank loans rely on government salaries to pay them back. But if the government runs low on cash and delays salaries, people can’t pay their loans, and banks suffer. It’s like Warren Buffett said: “You only see who’s swimming naked when the tide goes out.” Right now, the diamond tide is going out. Is your bank ready?

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Scarce & Shining: Investors Cash in On Platinum...But...

Platinum is becoming harder to find, and its value is rising. Normally, when something is scarce, the price goes up, and producers respond by making more. A research note issued by World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) says platinum doesn’t work that way, even as investors on the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) have been quietly getting in on the action. This is because its production and use don’t quickly change with price.

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Set your investment goals in line with attaining what you envision for yourself over different time periods. Whether this involves saving for a deposit for a home, funding education or investing for retirement, big picture goals can help you to stay focused and motivated and will guide your decisions as you begin to construct your investment portfolio.

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What Are You Really Paying For?

A share price is more than just a number. It’s a snapshot of a company’s health and the market’s expectations. Like slices of a cake, shares represent ownership in a business. Prices rise and fall based on investor confidence, company leadership, and economic forces at home and abroad. Understanding these shifts is key to navigating the market wisely.

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Shares Are For All

Think of the stock market as a busy marketplace where companies sell tiny pieces of themselves—called shares—to people like you. Buying shares means owning a part of that company, sharing in its profits and having a say in its future. You don’t need to be rich to join; start small with just 100 shares through trusted agents called stockbrokers.

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The Hidden Power of Unit Trusts in Retirement Planning

While traditional retirement schemes are crucial components of retirement planning, they may not always provide sufficient security and growth potential on their own. Unit trusts offer a complementary solution that can help you achieve your retirement goals more effectively. They have the hidden potential to enhance your financial security during your golden years.

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What if you could own real gold without digging or risking your life? The NewGold ETF lets you do just that. It’s like owning a piece of a gold bar stored safely in a vault. No pickaxe needed. You buy small units on the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE), and their value moves with the gold price. That’s the power of an ETF — a tool of the modern investor. Safer than a mine, smarter than a heist.

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How Ordinary Investors Get Paid When Botswana is Broke

When the government borrows to cover its shortfalls, your money—via pensions, insurance, or unit trusts—might be helping foot the bill. In return, you earn interest. Unit trusts pool everyday investors’ funds into low-risk options like Treasury Bills or bank deposits. And when the state pays more to borrow, your returns can go up. Even in tough times, your money can grow smartly.