Johann Grandia

Johann was employed at Allan Gray from 2006 to 2015 and was responsible for marketing and development of the offshore platform. He holds a Masters Degree in Financial Management from Pretoria University, BCom Honours in Financial Analysis from Stellenbosch University and is a Certified Financial Planner.

Articles by Johann Grandia

Accessing foreign investment opportunities

By Richard Carter and Johann Grandia on 04 Feb 2014

Reading time: 7 mins

South African foreign exchange controls limit the amount unit trusts can invest overseas to 35% of retail assets under management, collectively. Available...

Access global investment opportunities via our offshore platform

By Johann Grandia on 30 Sep 2013

Reading time: 6 mins

We understand that many investors are keen to invest offshore but neglect to do so as they find it too daunting. Johann Grandia discusses some of the...

The real effect of Dividend Withholding Tax

By Johann Grandia on 26 Apr 2012

Reading time: 5 mins

The new Dividend Withholding Tax (DWT) replaced Secondary Tax on Companies (STC) on 1 April 2012. Investors are understandably concerned about the long-term...