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Sygnia shining since listing

Alex Duys from Umthombo Wealth unpacks Sygnia's results and takes a look at other listed asset managers. Citadel's Maarten Ackerman on why he’s cautious about global growth over the next few years. Simon shares his thoughts on doing a year-end review of your portfolio.

5 Dec 2024 11PM 19 min

[TOP STORY] Exploring opportunities for the local auto sector's expansion into Africa.

‘I think we need to change the way we look at education and align it and make sure that it's there to support the demand, which is obviously coming through business’: Siyabonga Mthembu of BDO South Africa.

5 Dec 2024 1AM 6 min

MPC is leading us down the wrong track: Roelof Botha

Lonwabo Maqubela from Perpetua Investment Managers unpacks Tiger Brands's challenging results. Siyabonga Mthembu of BDO South Africa explores opportunities for the local auto sector's expansion into Africa. Dr Roelof Botha delves into insights from the Afrimat Construction Index.

5 Dec 2024 12AM 21 min

[TOP STORY] Difficulties with the new proposed taxation of unit trusts

‘You might be slapped with a tax bill in the current tax year and ... probably have to restore some of your savings to pay taxes – which I don't think is the purpose’: Marianne Smith of Consult by Momentum.

4 Dec 2024 1AM 5 min

As vehicle sales improve, is there investment opportunity?

Independent analyst Jimmy Moyaha discusses whether listed vehicle retailers are worth a look, considering strong November vehicle sales and two-pot money. CFO Alan Salomon comments on Capital Appreciation's challenging results. Marianne Smith from Consult by Momentum addresses the new proposed taxation of unit trusts.

4 Dec 2024 12AM 20 min

[TOP STORY] Why African telco subsidiaries are outpacing parent companies

‘The reason we prefer the local listings actually, is that they don't have all the balance sheet issues that MTN and Airtel both have’: Cavan Osborne, portfolio manager, Old Mutual Investment Group.

3 Dec 2024 1AM 5 min

China tech bargains boost Naspers/Prosus prospects

Petri Redelinghuys of Herenya Capital Advisors analyses Naspers/Prosus results as profits surge. Cavan Osborne from Old Mutual Investment Group, highlights renewed interest in Africa amid currency stability and demographic prospects. Dr James Muscat Azzopardi from Credence discusses Malta's appeal for business and tax advantages.

3 Dec 2024 12AM 20 min

[TOP STORY] Inside the Infrastructure Fund’s R102bn investment vision

‘What we have in our portfolio is R102 billion worth of projects, for which government is contributing R37 billion, and then we'll be attracting north of R60 billion from the private sector’: Mohale Rakgate, chief investment officer, Infrastructure Fund.

2 Dec 2024 2AM 7 min

Tariffs: Is Trump just bluffing?

Nick Kunze from Sanlam Private Wealth comments on Trump’s proposed 100% tariffs on Brics nations and whether Spar’s making a comeback. Nikki Quinn, of NIQ South Africa, highlights trends in local consumer spending. Mohale Rakgate, CIO of the Infrastructure Fund, discusses the economic impact of funding large-scale projects in South…

1 Dec 2024 11PM 20 min

[TOP STORY] Sixty60's revolution: From groceries to gadgets in record time

‘So you can get your AirPod Pros delivered for the best value on the same app as you're ordering your avos and your Kellogg’s’: Neil Schreuder, chief of strategy and innovation, Shoprite Group.

29 Nov 2024 2AM 8 min

Boxer’s not cheap but there’s great potential

Schalk Louw from PSG Old Oak discusses the Boxer listing and the market's negative reaction to Tsogo Sun's results. Neil Schreuder from Shoprite Group highlights the enhanced Sixty60 app and expanded product range. Simon reflects on bitcoin's struggle to surpass the crucial $100k level.

29 Nov 2024 12AM 20 min

[TOP STORY] Breaking myths: ESG and strong returns can coexist

‘We try to ensure that those sustainability-type factors actually influence what we buy, what we sell, our portfolio construction and risk management’: Conway Williams, head of credit at Prescient.

28 Nov 2024 2AM 7 min

Can new energy vehicles revolutionise SA's auto sector?

Shaun Dendere from Trive SA unpacks the market's reaction to Nampak's update and Anglo American's sale of 6.6% of Amplats – does Amplats still hold an investment case? Absa CIB’s Premeshin Naidoo discusses how new energy vehicles could revolutionise SA’s auto industry. Conway Williams from Prescient highlights key insights from…

28 Nov 2024 12AM 22 min

[TOP STORY] Purple Group: Retail deposits and investor trust fuels record growth

‘Focus on building a good business and if you do, investors will pitch up with lots of money’: Purple Group CEO, Charles Savage.

27 Nov 2024 2AM 7 min

The Buy Now Pay Later boom: How it works and what could go wrong

Independent analyst Jimmy Moyaha discusses Pepkor's results and the post-period allocation of two-pot money. Purple Group CEO Charles Savage on their results as the company swings into profit. Flagship global equity analyst Gerhard Janse van Vuuren explains the Buy Now Pay Later model and its benefits for online retailers.

26 Nov 2024 11PM 21 min

[TOP STORY] How Invicta is adapting in tough market conditions

‘We sold our warehouse in Singapore for $63 million. We should get about $57 million net, and we anticipate declaring a dividend of about $40 million out of those proceeds’: Invicta CEO, Steven Joffe.

26 Nov 2024 2AM 6 min

Preferred local healthcare stocks

Gary Booysen from Rand Swiss discusses Netcare's results and whether local health stocks like Life Healthcare and Discovery are worth considering. Steven Joffe, CEO of Invicta, reflects on results impacted by profit pressures from a stronger rand. Jeffrey Wapnick, MD of Octodec, highlights strong contributions from residential and shopping centres…

26 Nov 2024 12AM 21 min

[TOP STORY] Reunert’s diversification pays off with growth in international markets

‘I think generally our non-South African revenues this year are an important part of our strategy, and they grew 21% again this year, just below R5 billion’: Reunert CEO, Alan Dickson.

25 Nov 2024 2AM 7 min

AngloGold Ashanti: Egyptian acquisition is a go

Nick Kunze from Sanlam Private Wealth discusses Murray & Roberts's trading suspension and AngloGold Ashanti's Egyptian acquisition. Reunert CEO Alan Dickson reviews strong results driven by defence and power cable segments. Bradley Elliott, CEO of RelyComply, highlights emerging money laundering tactics involving unregulated gambling, cryptocurrency, and digital muling.

25 Nov 2024 12AM 19 min

[TOP STORY] Decentralised energy: A game-changer for the global south?

‘What we've seen in South Africa very clearly, but it's a pattern that repeats itself globally, is that actually energy production in future may not follow the centralised model, it becomes a decentralised story’: Johan Marnewick, portfolio manager, STANLIB Khanyisa suite of funds.

22 Nov 2024 2AM 8 min