Standard Bank Power Hour: Investment & Trading Lessons from Three Decades in the Markets with Simon Brown

Simon Brown

When

21 July    
17 30 - 18 30
Simon Brown

Simon Brown

Inevitably, our investing and trading strategies are shaped by how we perceive the world around us. We assess opportunities and threats, forecast probabilities and future trends, all in the hope that knowledge equals control.

In this Power Hour, Simon Brown will reflect on the (good and bad) decisions he’s made over three decades in the markets, navigating five crashes and countless turning points. He’ll share the lessons learned, the insights gained, and the enduring unpredictability that all traders and investors must confront.

Simon will cover his experiences and hard-won lessons on:

  • Market cycles ~ recognising patterns without assuming you can predict the future.
  • Valuations ~ understanding what you’re really paying for.
  • Timing ~ knowing what and when to buy, and perhaps most importantly, when to sell.
  • Trends ~ which to avoid and which to embrace.

He’ll also discuss how Regulation 28, tax-free accounts, and ETFs fit into his overall portfolio, and how he approaches offshore investing.

Finally, Simon will spend time unpacking how he managed to get his trading working sustainably, including his key tips for becoming a profitable trader.

Whether you’re just starting out or have been investing for years, this Power Hour will give you practical strategies and timeless lessons to improve your approach.

As Oscar Wilde said, “Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes.” Join us to learn from Simon’s, so you don’t have to repeat them yourself.


  • Book for the webcast here.
  • If you want to attend in person at Standard Bank 30 Baker street, Rosebank  please email macdonald@justonelap.com with name, number attending and car reg for secure parking access.