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HOW THE WEALTHY STAY WEALTHY: THE QUIET POWER OF LOW-RISK INVESTMENTS

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When we think of wealthy individuals, images of bold financial moves and high stakes risks often come to mind. However, as many high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) and seasoned investors know, staying wealthy often requires a more cautious approach.

As investors journey through life, the way they view risk changes. For many investors, the journey to wealth often begins with taking calculated risks, navigating volatile markets, and seizing high-growth opportunities. However, once that wealth is achieved, the focus naturally shifts. Instead of chasing high returns, wealthy investors tend to prioritize protecting their assets.

With volatile markets and economic uncertainties becoming more common, wealth preservation has become a critical strategy for HNIs. At this stage, many investors shift towards low-risk, stable investment options to ensure their financial security and legacy.   The Quiet Power of Low-Risk Investments   Low-risk investments may not generate the excitement of high-risk investments, but they offer something just as valuable: consistency and peace of mind. For HNIs who have already amassed their fortune, the goal is not to double it overnight but to protect it for the long-term. Low-risk investments, like the United Capital Stable Income Fund, allow investors to do just that.   The Stable Income Fund is a specialized open-ended naira-denominated fund that invests in a diversified portfolio of money market and fixed income securities, including government bonds, corporate bonds, and other fixed income securities.   This fund is tailored to institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals who seek stable, long-term growth. If your financial goal is to achieve consistent returns with minimal risk, the Stable Income Fund is ideal for you. The minimum subscription starts at ₦50 million, with a 30-day holding period, making it a solid option for investors looking for a safe place to grow their wealth over time.   Why Choose the Stable Income Fund?  
  1. Stable Returns for Peace of Mind: The Stable Income Fund is designed to deliver consistent returns over a medium to long-term horizon. With a diversified portfolio that includes government and corporate bonds, your investment benefits from low-risk securities that stand strong even in fluctuating markets.
  2. Preserving Your Capital: When you invest in stability, the goal is not just growth but also protection. The Stable Income Fund offers capital preservation, ensuring your initial investment remains intact, while still generating returns that compound over time.
  3. Diversification Without the Stress: While some investments ride the highs and lows of the market, stability allows you to diversify your portfolio with less risk. The Stable Income Fund includes a variety of fixed-income securities, reducing exposure to market volatility.
  4. Professionally Managed for Your Benefit: With the Stable Income Fund, your investment is in the hands of professionals dedicated to maximizing your returns while minimizing risk. It’s an opportunity to leverage the expertise of United Capital Asset Management without having to constantly monitor the markets yourself. At United Capital Asset Management, we are committed to providing our clients with investment options that align with their values and financial goals. We understand the importance of protecting your wealth without compromising growth. The Stable Income Fund is an opportunity to achieve this.
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JOSEPH ONYEMA

Head, Group Enterprise Performance Management
Joseph Onyema
Joseph is the Head, Group Enterprise Performance Management at United Capital Plc.
Over the last 16 years, Joseph has worked with and led teams whose responsibilities cut across a major spectrum of technology transformational and retail growth projects and consultancy. Joining the group in 2017, Joseph started out leading the technology team for 5+ years in the position of the Group, Chief Information Officer, a role in which his focus on execution to reposition the business was exemplary, hence leading to increased digital presence, retail growth and improved revenues, with keen focus on our growth during the COVID-19 pandemic where the business was run totally virtual and saw outstanding growth in customers, revenue and profitability.​
Leveraging on his education, performance, experience and spirit of execution, Joseph transitioned to the Group Head, Enterprise Performance Management, where he brings his analytical and technological prowess coupled with his background in managing teams and businesses to bare in monitoring and tracking business units and employees performances, while helping them to improve in their performance and ensuring the group continues to win in all its endeavours.
Before joining United Capital, Joseph headed the Group Technology Operations at Cordros Capital Limited where he transitioned the business from a High Net-worth Individual (HNI) focused business to retail-focused business with total leverage on technology to drive B2C sales across verticals while exploring new markets and partnerships. Prior to Cordros Capital, he had led the Enterprise & Cloud Services team at Soft Solutions Limited, an IT Consultancy firm with a footprint across 15 Nigerian banks on enterprise security, cloud projects, and consultancy where he developed, deployed, and led support teams to manage several financial and FMCG application suites.
A Tony Elumelu entrepreneur from 2016 before joining the group, and a member of the prestigious Beta Gamma Sigma international business honor society, continues to reinvent himself and deliver exceptionally to the United Capital family.