SBM (NBFC) Holdings Ltd, a subsidiary of the SBM Group specializing in investment, conducted a financial education workshop on Friday, September 29th, aimed at students from the Charles Telfair Institute (CTI). This initiative is part of a series of workshops organized by SBM (NBFC) Holdings Ltd in recent times, with the objective of providing young individuals currently enrolled in higher education institutions with a better understanding of the benefits of financial investment. The presentation on Friday was led by Mr. Shailen Sreekeessoon, Chief Executive Officer of SBM (NBFC) Holdings Ltd, and Mr. Jayvash Nundoo, Head of Asset Management at SBM Capital Markets Ltd, as part of ‘The Finance Club’ initiative at CTI.
The event received a warm reception from the students of the Charles Telfair Institute who attended. The presentation, titled ‘Personal Investment and Solving the Asset Allocation Puzzle,’ serves as a means to assist the younger generation in making informed investment decisions. “Financial education is a crucial element in making informed decisions when it comes to investment. Our workshop series is precisely aimed at educating and empowering individuals, especially the youth, to effectively manage their finances,” stated Mr. Shailen Sreekeessoon, Chief Executive Officer of SBM (NBFC) Holdings Ltd.
As for Mr. Jayvash Nundoo, Head of Asset Management at SBM Capital Markets Ltd, he emphasized asset allocation and portfolio construction during his presentation. “Asset allocation is a crucial aspect of portfolio management. Understanding how to judiciously allocate assets can significantly impact long-term investment returns. We also focused on an important theme, namely ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), and the need to channel investments towards companies that promote social and ethical values. It is essential to enlighten the younger generation about the challenges and global initiatives in combating climate change,” he highlighted.
SBM (NBFC) Holdings Ltd’s series of financial education workshops will continue with presentations and interactive sessions designed to help participants gain a deep understanding of financial concepts, including asset management. SBM experts will share their knowledge and experience to assist participants in navigating the complex world of finance. In doing so, SBM (NBFC) Holdings Ltd underscores its commitment to promoting financial education in Mauritius and contributing to the financial empowerment of the population.
It is worth noting that the first workshop in this series took place in August, initiated by the ‘Accounting and Finance Society’ at the University of Mauritius.
