Etienne Viljoen, Chief Investment Officer at Aurora Capital SA Investors often turn to alternative investments, looking for something that the listed market cannot always provide. For instance, a different return profile, less exposure to daily market sentiment, and a better way to manage portfolio risk when conditions become more volatile. That is understandable. Traditional portfolios… Continue reading Private debt can steady a portfolio, but only if investors understand the risks
Etienne Viljoen, Chief Investment Officer at Aurora Capital SA When geopolitical tension escalates in the Middle East, South African investors are not responding to headlines. They are responding to a chain of effects that moves quickly through oil prices, the currency, and capital flows. Understanding how these forces interact is far more useful than… Continue reading What geopolitical shocks actually mean for South African investors
Etienne Viljoen, Chief Investment Officer, Aurora Capital Investors enter 2026 carrying the scars of a volatile year. Markets have moved rapidly between fear and optimism. Policy signals have shifted. Narratives around inflation, interest rates, AI, and geopolitical risk have all competed for attention. The temptation is to chase certainty where little exists. Instead, the… Continue reading Why discipline will matter more than predictions in 2026
As CFO’s we need to read between the lines, assess risk rationally, and act decisively.
As we celebrate Mother’s Day this coming Sunday, it is worth taking a moment to reflect on one of the most powerful yet underappreciated financial roles in society: the mother as the CFO of the household.
Rico Ernst, Chief Executive Officer, Aurora Capital SA Investing should not feel like an emotional rollercoaster. But for most investors, it does. Markets rise, and excitement builds. Markets fall, and panic sets in. This cycle of greed and fear often leads to poor financial decisions such as buying high when confidence is strong and selling… Continue reading Investing without the emotional rollercoaster
Aurora Capital SA has made a name for itself as a forward-thinking player in South Africa’s investment landscape. With a focus on blending traditional asset classes with innovative private capital solutions, the company is reshaping the way investors approach risk and return. The firm’s standout performance in 2024 was its unit trust which achieved… Continue reading Aurora Capital SA: Blazing a trail in South African investment innovation
Rico Ernst, CEO of Aurora Capital SA (Pty) Ltd In today’s fast-paced financial world, investors are spoiled for choice. With thousands of funds and countless options, making the right decision often feels overwhelming. The question is how do you choose the right investment at the right time? Aurora Capital believes the answer lies in one… Continue reading Navigating your financial journey with certainty
