How Pieter Fourie Built a Top Global Fund | Sanlam Investments UK

Episode show notes

In this episode of Zomi Wealthcast, we’re joined by Pieter Fourie, Head of Global Equities at Sanlam Investments UK and a 6-time Alpha-rated fund manager. With over two decades of experience and a fund that has delivered a 230% return since inception, Pieter shares his journey from South Africa to London, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to lead and sustain long-term performance in global markets.

We dive into Pieter’s investment philosophy of “quality at the right price,” his approach to managing risk, and how his background as a chartered accountant and CFA charterholder helps him stay grounded in fundamentals. He opens up about building a high-trust, high-performance team, the importance of sticking to your convictions, and why clear communication with investors is essential, especially during volatile market cycles.

Beyond the numbers, Pieter talks about leadership, mentorship, and what it means to manage money with purpose and discipline. He reflects on the value of long-term thinking, staying humble in both good and bad times, and why simplicity, consistency, and resilience are the true edge in today’s investing world.

Whether you’re in finance, aspire to be, or are simply fascinated by the mindset behind great decision-making, this episode offers sharp insight and timeless lessons from one of the most respected names in global equity investing.

What we cover

In this episode, we explore Pieter Fourie’s journey from South Africa to the helm of Sanlam Investments UK, managing one of the top-performing global equity funds. We cover his investment philosophy, how he builds conviction, the importance of discipline in volatile markets, and what it takes to lead a high-performing team. Pieter also shares insights on mentorship, long-term thinking, and staying grounded while managing billions, all wrapped into a practical and thoughtful conversation for anyone interested in the mindset behind sustained success.

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About Our Guest

Pieter Fourie is Head of Global Equities at Sanlam Investments UK and a 6-time Alpha-rated fund manager, known for leading one of the top-performing global equity funds with a return of over 230% since inception. With a background as a chartered accountant and CFA charterholder, Pieter brings over two decades of experience and a sharp focus on long-term, quality-driven investing. His philosophy, “quality at the right price”, is built on deep research, strong fundamentals, and disciplined valuation.

Beyond his investment track record, Pieter is a respected leader and mentor, having built a stable, high-performing team known for its integrity and clarity of thought. He values trust, long-term thinking, and clear communication, especially during volatile market cycles. With a grounded approach and passion for sharing insights, Pieter represents what it means to manage money with purpose, consistency, and conviction.

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