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The first quarter of 2026 reminded us that investors should always expect the unexpected. After a buoyant start to the year, a series of disquieting...

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Investing through disruption: Lessons from history for the age of AI

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It is generally accepted that artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and society. However, this is not the first time we are experiencing a...

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Orbis Global Equity: The art of adaptability in turbulent markets

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Against a backdrop of heightened volatility, rapid advances in artificial intelligence and ongoing geopolitical tension, an adaptable, disciplined and...

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