Liberty Corporate Customer Update | September 2011
Spring is here, and with it comes a breath of fresh warm air and the opportunity to revise and re–energise not only your wardrobe, but your financial planning strategy too. At Liberty Corporate, we also have a new spring in our step, with some exciting new offerings to tell you about. Taking care of ourselves and owning our health is an essential part of our lives. Dealing with disability in a workplace often poses a challenge to Employers and Claimants particularly when a Doctor declares a Claimant fit to return to "accommodated duties" or what is commonly known as "light duty". Our value is not just about paying a claim, but in making a difference in the lives of our Claimants by assisting them to regain their lives. At no additional cost to members, Liberty Corporate Disability Claims Management has embarked on a Case Management programme to assist disability Claimants and Employers with the return to work process. Find out more by reading our most frequently asked questions. Liberty Corporate is also very excited about the launch of a new, innovative division called Intelligent Insurance (I2). I2 focuses specifically on liability management and revenue enhancement to companies, offering an industry leading approach to 360 degree specialist insurance solutions, including full spectrum long and short–term solutions and dynamic, client–specific strategic consultation. Through the strength of Standard Bank and the Liberty Group, I2 offers a multi–point entry into specialist insurance, the industry's largest balance sheet, a vast infrastructure and a national and international footprint. At the core of the offering is our highly agile team, consisting of specialists in Structuring, Insurance, Financial Legal and Actuarial. For more details, visit www.intelligentinsurance.co.za Looking at economic performance and that of the investment markets, local sentiment was undeniably tied to the woes of international markets in recent weeks. With the US and certain countries in Europe facing an unprecedented debt crisis, international markets have performed extremely poorly, with emerging markets doing only marginally better. The turmoil in Libya continues, sovereign debt in the Euro–zone remains an issue and it appears that the fears that several major economies and the world as a whole could slip back into recession are very real. Between the JSE's highs and lows this year, South African pension fund members have lost an estimated R121bn. Over this period the total market value of the JSE has collapsed by a massive R687bn. It is important to remember not to let panic cloud your reason at times like this and, when in doubt, to consult your financial adviser to ensure that you are positioned appropriately to meet your long–term goals. Until next time Seelan Gobalsamy Chief Executive, Liberty Corporate
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