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The SpendTrend25 report reveals how high interest rates and stagnant incomes are pushing consumers toward credit, loyalty rewards, and early retirement withdrawals.

Investors witnessed a sharp correction in major stock indexes after Trump imposed tariffs. An analysis of the S&P 500 PE trendline notes the re-rating potential of growth sectors that have slid into value territory.

A new report shows that while most spending still goes to food, fuel and travel, the real shift is in how South Africans are paying – with digital tools rapidly replacing cash across all age and income groups.

Alexforbes’ latest annual Manager Watch Survey also shows the trend of increasing allocations to multi-managers.

The judgment addresses several aspects of the National Credit Act, including the obligation to register as a credit provider and permissible interest charges.

From trusts to tax-smart retirement planning, here’s how to protect your estate, reduce taxes, and prepare the next generation to manage and grow your wealth.

Watch Moonstone Update for an overview of some of the stories covered in the past week's Moonstone newsletters.

In this week's episode:

• Future-proof cover critical as multiple illness claims climb
• Suicide-related life claims surge by 62% over five years
• Moonstone is positioned to provide guidance amid COFI uncertainty
• No RMCP, no excuse: FSCA fines three FSPs a combined R735 000
• Financial institutions urged to prioritise cyber resilience as Joint Standard takes effect
• FSCA confirms first-day calculation for late-payment interest
• Dismissal may void restraint of trade, says Labour Court
• Updated regulatory framework aims for ‘fair customer outcomes’ in pension administration