Aylett & Co. Fund Managers

Aylett & Co. Fund Managers is a South African asset management firm offering investment and fund management services to retail and institutional clients. Founded in 2005 by Walter Aylett, the firm is headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. Aylett & Co. manages assets for clients, emphasizing independent thinking and a rational, well-informed investment approach. The team invests its own assets alongside those of its clients, highlighting intelligence, energy, and integrity in their operations. The firm's investment philosophy is influenced by the principles of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, focusing on patience, integrity, and long-term investing. Aylett & Co. has been recognized for its performance, with the Aylett Balanced Prescient Fund winning the Raging Bull Award for Best South African Multi-Asset Equity Fund on a Risk-Adjusted Basis over five years to December 31, 2023. The firm also manages the Nedgroup Investments' Bravata Worldwide Flexible Fund. Aylett & Co. has a diverse portfolio, including significant holdings in companies such as AECI Limited, where it held 4,582,789 shares, representing 4.34% of the total issued ordinary share capital as of August 2024. The firm's investment strategy involves a comprehensive approach, considering various asset classes and stages of investment, with a geographical focus that spans multiple countries across continents. The firm's commitment to transparency and client service is evident in its clear communication and fair information dissemination, enabling clients to make informed decisions about their investments. Aylett & Co. is dedicated to providing clients with the necessary information to understand the risks, commitments, limitations, and charges associated with their products and services. Aylett & Co. continues to uphold its reputation as a reputable asset management firm, focusing on delivering value to its clients through a disciplined and principled investment approach.