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you are currently viewing::South Africa: JSE Lists Cartesian Balanced ETF As Active Products Gain GroundJanuary 29, 2026--The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has listed the Cartesian EasyETFs Balanced Actively Managed ETF on its Main Board, adding to a growing range of active investment products on the exchange.
The dual listings highlight the rising presence of smaller and mid-sized asset managers on the JSE. The Cartesian Balanced ETF is a diversified multi-asset fund targeting long-term capital growth. It invests across South African and global assets, including equities, fixed income, money-market instruments, property-linked securities, and alternatives. The fund is aimed at retail investors and financial advisers and is structured to comply with Regulation 28. Source: allafrica.com |
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