Letter from the Editor - Debby Reader
The Edge brings you the latest in what’s new, as well as tips on saving, and a whole array of latest lifestyle info on money, travel, health and leisure.

Recession is on everyone’s lips: in Consumer Update we look at how it is making everyone more value orientated. Our wealth management feature focuses on the need to save. You’ll also find savvy saving tips.

We have also researched the latest hip and happening restaurant and cocktail bar picks, top weekend must reads in our reviews of the latest books and we present a calendar of up and coming cultural events.

Guest columnist Mark McArdle gives the lowdown on nutrition. And, for those driven by desire, we take a look at the latest must-have gadgets.

Make your choice from Value Choices, latest great offers from a collection of fantastic cost-effective offers available under the banners of Kicks, Home, Body & Soul and Travel.

I appreciated the feedback after the first edition of The Edge and look forward to your comments on this edition. It certainly helps me bring you topics that you’d like to read about.Send your emails to prestige@standardbank.co.za.

Happy reading!




Market Trends and Insight
Recessionary conditions prompt consumers to be more value orientated
Johan Botha a senior economist at Standard Bank, highlights the latest recessionary conditions that few will escape as consumers are forced to become more value orientated.
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Wealth management
Savings is a must as credit tap tightens
With the tightening of credit conditions and the end of 100% credit, we offer some insight into why saving has become a necessity.
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Saving savvy tips
Here’s a handy checklist to help you be a lot more savvy when it comes to saving.
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Lifestyle
Driven by desire - the latest must-have gadgets
What’s hot when it comes to the latest gadgets.
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It’s easy to be green
We show you how easy it is to be green and offer some easy tips on how we can all contribute in a small way to help the planet with simple changes in the way we eat, play and get around.
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Market Trends and Insight
  • Consumer update
  • Wealth management
  • Saving is a must as credit tap tightens
  • Saving savvy tips
  • Lifestyle
  • Driven by Desire
  • It's easy to be green
  • Getaways
  • Top restaurants
  • Top 10 books
  • Events calendar
  • Fast facts
  • Value Choices
  • Don't lose your identity
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  • Top weekend getaways
    In need of some spoiling? Here are some great weekend getaways. Plus, our Prestige account holders get some great discounts.
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    Top restaurant and cocktail bar picks
    Our pick of latest hip-and-happening restaurants and cocktail bars should send you exploring new places to relax and dine.
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    Weekend must reads
    Find that perfect paper companion for those weekend escapes.
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    What’s on? April – May 2009
    Coming events around South Africa, including sports, music and cultural activities.
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    Fast Facts
    Value Choice special offers
    Have a look at our range of fantastic, value-for-money offers available to Standard Bank personal credit cardholders. We have partnered with some leading lifestyle brands to ensure there is something for everyone.
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    Don’t lose your identity
    With identity fraud becoming one of the world’s fastest growing crimes we highlight the facts and figures and some tips on how to protect your identity.
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