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3,907 Episodes
912 – 932

Does South Africa need a state-owned bank?

The idea of a new state bank has resurfaced, at a time when public trust in state-owned entities is critically low. Business Day TV discussed the viability of a state-owned bank with Kokkie Kooyman from Denker Capital
24 Jan 2023 1PM 12 min

Selling SA as an investment destination

South Africa’s delegation at the World Economic Forum in Davos showcased the country as an investment destination amid a dire energy crisis. Business Day TV spoke to BrandSA's Sithembile Ntombela for a look at how South Africa was received at the WEF.
24 Jan 2023 12PM 30 min

Reserve Bank expected to hike rates

The South African Reserve Bank is expected to increase rates at its upcoming meeting and analyst forecasts range from a 25 basis point hike to a 50 basis point hike. Business Day TV spoke to Siobhan Redford, Economist at RMB for her view.
24 Jan 2023 12PM 6 min

The Post Office conundrum

The South African Post Office is looking to reduce its working hours and retrench employees, as it seeks to cut its wage bill. Business Day TV spoke to SAPO CEO Nomkhita Mona for more detail on the current state of the utility.
23 Jan 2023 1PM 14 min

Fitch Ratings' 2023 outlook for African banks

Even though African banks have proven resilient over the last two to three years, 2023 may be the year that global and domestic shocks undermine credit drivers for African lenders. This is expected to add to existing operating environment risks as highlighted by Fitch Ratings in its outlook for African…
23 Jan 2023 11AM 8 min

Unpacking the confusion over the future of load-shedding

Eskom's board chair and CEO seem to have contrasting views on the outlook for electricity outages. Eskom chairperson Mpho Makwana has stated that permanent load-shedding will have to be implemented to give Eskom room to conduct the necessary maintenance to its power stations. While Eskom CEO, Andre de Ruyter says…
23 Jan 2023 11AM 8 min

Will load-shedding ever end?

There seems to be no light at the end of the tunnel in terms of the future of load-shedding. Government has given a timeline of 12 to 18 months to bring the power crisis to an end while Eskom Chair Mpho Mkwana suggests 2 to 3 years with permanent stage…
23 Jan 2023 11AM 8 min

Investment themes that will drive markets in 2023

The JSE ended 2022 strong and analysts expect things to get even better in 2023, as they bank on emerging markets over developed markets. Business Day TV caught up with John Morris, South Africa Investment Strategist at Bank of America, for his market outlook.
19 Jan 2023 12PM 9 min

Are cryptocurrencies poised to recover in 2023?

The crypto market took a knock in 2022. Bitcoin shed over 60% of its value, as the market was rocked by macroeconomic issues like rising inflation and high interest rates as well as the collapse of FTX. Business Day TV spoke to Luno’s General Manager for Africa Marius Reitz, and…
19 Jan 2023 11AM 7 min

Power cuts take a toll on poultry industry

The poultry sector, which is yet to fully heal from pandemic-caused wounds, is now taking a fresh beating from persistent power outages. Business Day TV caught up with Izaak Breitenbach, Head of the SA Poultry Association's broiler board for more detail.
18 Jan 2023 11AM 11 min

Reopening of Chinese borders set to boost commodities

Commodity prices are on the up, largely due to optimism around China, with analysts expecting demand to improve as the world's second largest economy opens its borders. Business Day TV spoke to Investment analyst at Anchor Capital, Seleho Tsatsi for more insight.
18 Jan 2023 11AM 7 min

Is South Africa still an investment destination of choice?

BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso urges South African delegates to reinforce that the country is still a safe place for investment at the WEF, despite the economic predicament the country finds itself in. She joined Business Day TV to discuss South Africa's investment case.
17 Jan 2023 1PM 12 min

China’s GDP slows in 2022

Growth in China’s economy slowed to 3% in 2022, as Covid-19 related restrictions as well as a slump in its property market weighed. Business Day TV unpacked the print with Prescient Investment Management’s Liang Du.
17 Jan 2023 12PM 7 min

South African bonds remain in favour

The local bond market is proving to be resilient. Foreign investors are still seeing value in bonds, despite local issues like load-shedding weighing on South Africa’s economy. Business Day TV caught up with RMB's Michelle Wohlberg for her analysis of South African bonds.
17 Jan 2023 11AM 4 min

Treasury weighs $1bn World Bank loan

The South African government is in talks with the World Bank on a fresh $1bn loan. Business Day TV spoke to AlexForbes economist, Murendeni Nengovhela for his take on the move.
16 Jan 2023 12PM 7 min

Inflation cools in November

Consumer prices have slowed, easing to 7.4% year on year in November. This however is still above the Sarb's target range of 3-6% Business Day TV unpacked the data with RMB Economist, Siobhan Redford.
14 Dec 2022 10AM 7 min
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