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Lumkile Mondi, Senior Lecturer at Wits Business School, and Stavros Nicolaou, Member of the SA BRICS Business Council, joins host Motheo Khoaripe to delve into the topic of US lawmakers' efforts to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a trade pact with Africa, until 2041.
Daniel Morgan, analyst at Ninety-ONE discusses the combination of an energy transition, along with nearshoring, geopolitics, demographics, technology and public investment that is driving a global capex cycle in our Money Show Explainer.
In our Friday File, car expert Warren Tucker delved into the question of whether purchasing a pre-owned luxury car is a worthwhile investment, given the associated maintenance costs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Peter Major, a mining expert and the director of mining at Modern Corporate Solutions, along with Mothe Khoaripe, explores the potential job cuts at Sibanye as part of its gold operations restructuring. The mining company has already reduced its workforce by approximately 2,000 positions in its PGM operations following a significant decline in metal prices last year.
Wayne Duvenage , CEO at Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) explains to Motheo Khoaripe what the scrapping of e-tolls means to the businesses that have been paying for them
Viv Govender, portfolio manager at Rand Swiss looked at navigating dodgy investments as our headteacher of our investment school. Govender looked at recognizing pitfalls and safeguarding your finances and explained how to avoid common traps with these essential insights
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George Glynos, head of Research at ETM Analytics on Lesetja Kganyago, governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), reiterating his stance on lowering the country’s inflation target, stressing its importance in preserving purchasing power. The SARB, under his leadership, is actively pursuing measures to achieve this goal, emphasising the need for sustainable inflation within the target range of 3% to 6%
Carol Paton, editor at large at Business 24 on why Gauteng residents should brace themselves for prolonged water shortages as delays plague the Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase 2, pushing the timeline for relief to 2029. Political interference and governance issues exacerbate the crisis, leaving millions vulnerable to periodic outages.
Debbie Goodman, CEO of Jack Hammer, chats with host Motheo Khoaripe about her career journey and life philosophy. She also Jack Hammer Global highlights the shift toward hybrid and fractional work models. Fractional leaders, working part-time within organisations, seamlessly integrate into leadership teams without full-time costs.
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Ann Bernstein, CDE Executive Director, and host Motheo Khoaripe critique the ruling party's election promise of 3.5 million "work opportunities," revealing it would only generate 300,000 low-wage jobs over five years, indicating a lack of ambition in addressing unemployment.
Lolo Ndlovu, CEO & founder of The Sneaker Shack, engages in an enlightening conversation with host Motheo Khoaripe, wherein he elaborates on the exciting business collaboration he's forged with Virgin Active - national fitness gyms.
Warren Ingram, co-founder of Galileo Capital and personal financial advisor explains why it is a mistake for investors to think that they should reduce the risk of their investments as they approach retirement.
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Duncan McLeod, Founder and Editor at Techcentral, discusses Canal+'s firm offer for MultiChoice, the owner of DStv, considering a secondary listing on the JSE.Evan Walker, Portfolio Manager at 36ONE Asset Management, engages in a discussion with Motheo Khoaripe about the implications of the groundbreaking retail collaboration between the Shoprite Group and other major retailers, as they unveil the W23 Global Venture FundMuhammad Docrat, a Portfolio Specialist at Ninety One Asset Management, analyses the rising probability of oil prices reaching $100, attributing it to supply shocks disrupting the market. These disruptions are creating turmoil in the oil market, necessitating a deeper examination of the factors influencing supply dynamicsIan Mann, a regular book reviewer and MD at Gateways Business, along with Motheo Khoaripe, reviewed Morgan Housel's "Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes." The book delves into timeless principles shaping human behavior, economics, and decision-making. It likely offers accessible insights into navigating uncertainty in finance and life, drawing on historical examples and psychological truths.
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Hilary Joffe, columnist and editor-at-large at Business Day discusses the recent data from Sars and Stats SA offering insights into emigration, spotlighting a growing diaspora of over 900,000 individuals with Motheo Khoaripe. While illuminating, the findings underscore the complexities of migration dynamics and the departure of skilled professionals, prompting critical economic and policy consideration
Professor Adrian Saville, Economics and Finance at GIBS, and host Motheo Khoaripe explore China's economic challenges, questioning whether they will disappoint its people and anger the world. This marks China's most significant economic test since Deng Xiaoping's reforms. Despite achieving 5% growth last year, key elements of its economic success are faltering, including a shrinking workforce, a property market crash, and the breakdown of global trade. President Xi Jinping's response involves doubling down on efforts to overhaul China's economy.
Kojo Bafoe, an author and aficionado of cigars, along with host Motheo Khoaripe, review the Aganorsa Leaf Cigar. The unique taste of this brand originates from the Nicaraguan Cuban-seed Corojo 99. Aganorsa Leaf cigars are celebrated for their rich and complex flavour profiles, making them a favourite among cigar enthusiasts worldwide. The brand's commitment to using premium ingredients and traditional techniqueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Peter Major, an esteemed mining expert and director of mining at Modern Corporate Solutions, joins host Motheo Khoaripe in exploring the recent development of Harmony Gold signing a five-year wage deal with trade unions. They delve into the implications this agreement holds for the South African mining sector.
Anton Ressel, strategic head for SME Support at Fetola looks at why financial backing is not the sole important requirement for jumpstarting a business. He says this is because money alone cannot remedy fundamental flaws within a business model.
Chantal Marx, Head of Equity Research at FNB Wealth and Investments, teams up with host Motheo Khoaripe to delve into the nuances of commodities investment. The discussion centres on the contrasting approaches of investing in mining companies versus opting for direct exposure through ETFs. They analyse the potential benefits and risks associated with each strategy.
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Mpumelelo Mkhabela, independent political analyst on Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula stepping down as National Assembly Speaker amid graft allegations, citing a commitment to preserving the integrity of South Africa's parliamentary system.
Prof Raymond Parsons economist at NWU Business School on South Africa's policy uncertainty index deteriorating further into negative territory during the first quarter. The uncertainty is due to the dynamics and outcomes of the upcoming 2024 election next month, which has begun to exert pressure on investor confidence and financial markets.
Amiene van der Merwe, founder & managing director at The Green Cab discusses empowering women through electric mobility, combating gender-based violence and inequality as our shapeshifter. Van der Merwe, says the company aims to revolutionise the e-hailing sector, offering economic independence and entrepreneurship opportunities for women. As the company accelerates its fleet overhaul, it champions a future where women navigate the streets with confidence.
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SARS' compliance efforts led to record revenue of R2.155 trillion despite economic challenges. The Compliance Programme contributed R293.7 billion, with successful litigation and a broadened tax base. Commissioner Edward Kieswetter emphasised to Bruce Whitfield that partnerships and technology is key to its success.
Ndia Magadagela, CEO and co-founder at Everlectric, joins host Bruce Whitfield to discuss the transformative impact of the IKEA Foundation's $100 million grant on the emerging electric vehicle (EV) market.
Warren Ingram, a personal finance authority and co-founder of Galileo Capital, along with Bruce Whitfield, delve into a crucial aspect of investing: managing losses. They highlight that mastering the art of handling losses is pivotal for becoming a successful investor. Renowned figure in Behavioral Finance, Daniel Kahneman, passed away in March, leaving behind a legacy that emphasised the concept of loss aversion.
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Deon Gouws, chief investment officer at Credo and Ian Mann, regular book reviewer and MD at Gateways Business Consultants pay tribute to renowned psychologist and Nobel prize winner, Daniel Kahne man, who died at the age of 90. Daniel Kahneman was an Israeli-American author, psychologist and economist notable for his work on hedonic psychology, psychology of judgement and decision-making. He is also known for his work in behavioural economics, for which he was awarded the 2002 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences
Michael Fridjhon, international wine expert at Wine Wizard discusses the veil of silence sustaining unfair wine markups instead of market forces dictating with Bruce Whitfield. Fridjhon discussed how liquor is subsidising food, which is a practice that became even more normal during the lockdown.
Bruce Whitfield spoke to David Shapiro, veteran stockbroker and chief global equity strategist at Sasfin, on using bonds and strategies in order to boost your investment strategies.
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Iain Williamson, chief executive of Old Mutual and Bruce Whitfield delve into the group’s annual results. Old Mutual declared a final dividend of 49 cents a share after tax profit attributable to shareholders rose 35% to R7.07 billion.
As expected, interest rates were left unchanged for the fifth consecutive Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. Isaah Mhlanga, Head of Markets Research at RMB and Bruce Whitfield discuss the implications of this decision on the economy and households.
Shaun Fuchs, CEO and founder at Centennial Schools shares his career journey, work philosophy and his vision for revolutionising education in SA.
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Stephen van Coller, the outgoing CEof EOH and Bruce Whitfield delve into the half-year results - the group's revenue declined to R3.1 billion from R3.2 billion during the same period in 2023. EOH has been under Van Coller’s guidance as it worked to repair and restructure its operations following damaging corruption scandals related to public sector contracts.
Bruce Whitfield chats to Casey Sprake, investment analyst at Anchor Capita on cocoa prices surging past $9,000 per ton amid a supply crisis. Ghana's funding challenges worsen as cocoa crops falter. Prices jump 60% due to West African weather and disease. Concerns rise over chocolate costs, with easter treats affected. Despite speculators withdrawing, prices continue to climb, threatening further hikes.
Warren Ingram, co-founder of Galileo Capital and Bruce Whitfield explore the impact on your financial strategy when faced with unforeseen challenges. Is there a juncture where surrender appears unavoidable? Highlighted are several actions to take when your financial plan encounters setbacks.
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Ralph Mupita, the CEO of MTN Group, Africa's leading telecommunications provider, discusses the company's full-year financial results with Bruce Whitfield. The latest numbers reveal a sharp decline in earnings for the full year of 2023, attributed to the significant volatility of the Nigerian naira, impacting the telco's profitability.
Professor Jon Foster-Pedley, Dean and director of Henley Business School Africa talks to Bruce Whitfield on the implication of Damelin, CityVarsity and Lyceum colleges being deregistered by the Department of Higher Education. This action was taken due to their failure to submit annual financial statements for the years 2021 and 2022, as well as non-compliance with legal requirements, according to the Department of Higher Education.
Charlene Archibald, co-founder of Crime Scene Clean Up, opens up on the business of cleaning crime scenes in South Africa. She tells Bruce Whitfield that there is no governing legislation for the industry and how she got into this business. She reveals to Bruce that she would vomit when she sees a dirty rubbish bin but is not scared of cleaning up a gory crime scene.
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Serame Taukobong, group CEO at Telkom tells Ray White about the decision behind the sale of their subsidiary Swiftnet for R6.75 billion. Swiftnet, is a key player in the South African market, owning around 4000 installations of masts, towers and leases co-location space to major mobile network operators.
Prof Jan Havenga, logistics Professor at Stellenbosch University explains to Ray White why South Africans and corporates should be held liable for Transnet’s mismanagement and be twice billed for its state capture.
Debbie Hathway, watches and jewellery writer on green dial watches and why they are the hottest thing right now on our Friday File.
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Rob Rose, Former Editor of Financial Mail and the author of Steinheist discusses the controversial business deeds of Ex-Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste. He was hit with R475m penalty for contravening sections of FMA and a day later reportedly shot himself during his arrest. Ray White discusses South Africa's massive R943 billion infrastructure investment with Simon Norton, Director of IZA Africa. Norton stresses zinc's vital role, highlighting zinc's transformative potential in South Africa's recovery.Clive Butkow, co-founder of Conducive Capital, emphasises the significance of startups, strategies for fostering their growth within the country, and the essential elements required to attract venture capital. Gary Booysen, director at Rand Swiss discusses risk and reward when investing in our investment school. He explains the relationship between risk and reward in investing, and how to assess and manage risk according to individual financial goals and risk tolerance.
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Johann Els, group chief economist at Old Mutual tells Ray White that the increase in CPI, exceeding expectations, was partly driven by a more than 30% rise in egg prices over the year to February 2024.
Adrian Gore, founder & group CEO officer of Discovery takes Ray White through the company’s half-year results.
Craig Newborn, founder & CEO of PayJustNow, shares insights into his career path and the journey leading to the establishment of PayJustNow with stand-in host, Ray White.
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Inflation expectations drop in Q1 of 2024, signalling potential rate cuts. Bruce Whitfield chats to Nicolaas van der Wath, economist at the Bureau for Economic Research about inflation dropping, signalling potential rate cuts. Analysts see sub-5% inflation, while business and unions expect above 5%. Five-year outlook decreases to 5.1%. Household expectations dip from 7.2% to 6.7%.
Brett Thompson, co-founder and CEO at Newform Foods chats to Bruce about the elevation of the alternative meat industry as the Bezos Earth Fund announces a significant investment. The $60 million allocation seeks to enhance taste, texture, and nutrition while reducing costs, addressing both climate change and the nutritional demands of a growing global population.
Bruce Whitfield is joined by Nicole van den Munckhof, a certified financial planner from Independent Securities, to explore lifestyle milestones necessitating financial planning and strategies for navigating them effectively.
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Inflation expectations drop in Q1 of 2024, signalling potential rate cuts. Bruce Whitfield chats to Nicolaas van der Wath, an economist at the Bureau for Economic Research about inflation dropping, signalling potential rate cuts. Analysts see sub-5% inflation, while business and unions expect above 5%. Five-year outlook decreases to 5.1%. Household expectations dip from 7.2% to 6.7%.
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In 2023, despite tough markets, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) showed strong revenue growth, with HEPS up 12.2% and NPAT up 11%. This reflects JSE's resilience and adaptability, achieving a 19.4% return on equity. CEO Leila Fourie credits this success to diversifying revenue streams and staying competitive in uncertain times. And Chris Vorster, CEO at Stadio on A+ growth spurt amid economic hurdles.
The author, a dynamic individual named Alex, founded DigsConnect International at the age of 25, making her South Africa's youngest startup tech prodigy. Inspired by student protests in 2016, she created a platform addressing the student housing crisis, which quickly gained traction. DigsConnect raised R12 million in its initial seed fundraising round in 2019, propelling it from a local startup to a global player in the tech landscape. She chats to Bruce Whitfield about the book.
Andre Vlok, a specialist in conflict and employment dispute resolution, negotiator, mediator, and author is our guest in How I Make Money. Initially trained as an attorney, Vlok practised in commercial litigation with a focus on employment disputes starting in 1990. After years of working as an employee, he ventured into establishing his own practice. Transitioning from running his own practice, he chose to leverage his legal expertise differently. In 2017, he launched three specialist consultancies dedicated to mediation and conflict resolution, addressing workplace disputes, and conducting commercial negotiations at an advanced corporate level. Vlok shares the journey of his career development and discusses the specifics of his current role
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John Smit, the South African former professional rugby player and founder of Barney's Army, on taking on the Absa Cape Epic to raise money for people who have been injured while playing rugby.
Tina Venter, executive for marketing operations at Absa Group, discusses their involvement in the Cape Epic and the bank's efforts to encourage more women to take up cycling.
For Friday File, Charl Neethling, head of marketing at Ciovita on the inspiration behind the cycle wear.
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