Martin Hesse

To mark Valentine’s Day, let’s look at how young couples can avoid the conflicts and heartbreak that money can cause in a relationship, and build a life together on a strong financial foundation. Image: Freepik To mark Valentine’s Day, let’s look at how y... See more

Considering whether to rent or buy property? This comprehensive analysis breaks down the financial pros and cons of each option, revealing why property ownership may be the better long-term investment despite initial costs. Essential reading for first-tim... See more

Rethinking retirement planning for the modern South African: Discover how retirement annuities and tax-free savings accounts can help you build wealth, not just a retirement nest egg. Learn the tax benefits, contribution limits, and strategic advantages o... See more

Neue Mercedes S-Klasse Ein sinkender Stern Mercedes legt seine prestigeträchtige S-Klasse neu auf. Doch der Nimbus der Limousine schwindet – ebenso wie der einer boomenden Industrienation, die sie einst repräsentierte. Von 30.01.2026, 12.47 Uhr Zur Merkli... See more

To stay sane, it’s good to listen to the calmer, rational voices in the room, and you don’t get much more calm and rational than an investment analyst, says writer. Image: File In last week’s column on new-year resolutions, I ended by quoting historian Yu... See more