Investec Focus Radio SA
Investec Focus Radio South Africa features conversations between leading minds from within Investec and other experts on economic, investment and business topics in addition to issues that go beyond wealth.
Unpacking Wealth Creation S1 Ep2: Which is the best asset class for you?
Navigating the world of investing and determining which asset class is best for you could be a daunting task. In this second episode, we talk about how to get the basics right. Kate Stannard, a Relationship manager and Paul McKeaveney, an Investment Manager from Investec Wealth & Investment unpack the…
NOW ep8: vaccines offer hope | shipping costs soar | rand jitters
Host Jeremy Maggs speaks to a line up of Investec experts: Dr Jimmy Muchechetere on why he's hopeful that we will learn to live with Covid-19 | Dr Greg Cline on what's driving a 336% YoY increase in shipping prices | Annabel Bishop on rand volatility and SA's economy "growing"…
Unpacking Wealth Creation S1 Ep1: So you want to be an investor?
In this debut episode of the Wealth Creation series, Ayabonga Cawe is in conversation with Tebello Rabele, an Investment Manager and Stephen Silcock, a Portfolio Manager at Investec Wealth & Investment, on why we invest and the positive effects of compounding.
The future of capitalism in a finite world
Renowned investor James Anderson on how a focus on sustainability is forcing a rethink of capitalism and how it can be used help solve global challenges.
NOW ep7: Bridging the gender gap in tech
In this episode, Jeremy Maggs and an all-women line up of Investec experts, discuss the underrepresentation of women in the field of technology | SA’s tech start up scene | the concept of Open Banking. Featuring Investec's Shabhana Thaver, Nikita Sokopo and Devina Maharaj.
Fani Titi & Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa on solutions for SA
South Africa CEO of Naspers Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa and Investec Group CEO Fani Titi in conversation about solutions for South Africa including the unconscionable inequality of our society, the state of our education system and the plight of the country’s entrepreneurs.
Power to the private sector
President Ramaphosa’s decision to significantly raise the private power generation cap is set to be a “game changer” for the South African economy. Experts from Investec, Intellidex, Sibanye-Stillwater and Pele Green Energy unpack what this means for our economy, equality and decarbonising the grid.
NOW ep6: Township economy, flywheel of inclusive economic growth
Episode 6: The so-called “township economy” is a lifeline for many, contributing an estimated 17% of SA’s total employment. In the 6th episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, we examine the damage caused by Covid-19 and the recent unrest to this vital sector. We hear from township entrepreneur Refiloe Rantekoa, whose…
NOW Ep5: The economic cost of SA unrest
Episode 5: Jeremy Maggs and guests count the costs of the looting: Investec chief economist Annabel Bishop on the impact on economic recovery | Investec structured property finance specialist Nosiphiwo Balfour zones in on the commercial property sector | Health Department’s deputy director-general Dr Nicholas Crisp about the far-reaching implications…
NOW Ep4: How global supply chain disruptions are affecting business & individuals
In the fourth episode: Investec Chief Economist Annabel Bishop discusses the oft-unsung wingman of economic recovery & so-called expansionary monetary policy | Logistics and Pricing Analyst at Investec for Business Denys Hobson unpacks problems plaguing global supply chains | David Gracey, Head of Foreign Exchange and Fixed Income Trading at…
NOW Ep3: US mini “taper tantrum” | how the energy transition will drive commodities
In the third episode: Investec's Obakeng Pitse unpacks the latest US inflation numbers and the mini “taper tantrum” that followed | Campbell Parry, an Investec global resources analyst, on the long-term outlook of the commodity boom | Ziyaad Sarang, from Investec's Power & Infrastructure team, answers this week’s burning question…
Investec Focus Talks: Fumani Mthembi chats to Ziyaad Sarang
In these dark times, one bright entrepreneur is full of hope. Pele Energy founder, Fumani Mthembi, says SA's renewable energy procurement programme could be the blueprint to build public-private infrastructure partnerships in other sectors and a model for tackling the unemployment crisis.
NOW Ep2: Public wage dispute – who will blink first?
In the second episode of No Ordinary Wednesday with Jeremy Maggs: Investec treasury economist Tertia Jacobs and labour law specialist Andrew Levy unpack the thorny issue of the public sector wage bill | Investec chief economist Annabel Bishop unpacks the latest GDP numbers | Head of sales for lending at…
NOW Ep1: Rand rally, global inflation & Bitcoin rollercoaster
In the debut episode: Investec chief economist Annabel Bishop on what’s driving the rand rally | chief investment strategist at Investec Wealth & Investment Chris Holdsworth on why China could rain on SA’s commodity parade | head of Sales and structuring at Investec Corporate and Institutional Banking Dhiren Mansingh on…
Hydrogen – the fuel of South Africa’s green future
Chris Yelland from EE Business Intelligence summarises a webinar on the ‘Renewable hydrogen and green powerfuel opportunities for South Africa'. Listen to insights from the British High Commission, the SA Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, the World Bank, Sasol, Toyota South Africa and Linde.
Lockdown South Africa: one year on
To mark a year since South Africa went into lockdown, Professor Glenda Gray, a leader in the fight against Covid-19, reflects on wins, losses, lessons learnt and the vaccination challenge.
Covid-19 vaccine gives us hope, but is not a silver bullet
To debunk myths and manage expectations around the vaccine, Investec Life invited Professor Francois Venter, one of South Africa’s foremost experts on the virus to join a webcast with Sinenhlanhla Nzama, Head Product Actuary at Investec Life.
Episode 7: The Women Behind the Mask in leadership- part 2
In this ‘Women in Leadership’ webcast, launched on International Women's Day, we hear from some exceptional women leaders who draw on their experiences over their distinguished careers – and particularly during the pandemic – to give their insights on how to forge growing organisations in times of severe stress.
What to know when investing assets offshore or moving offshore | Mauritius
Locating to Mauritius has become a popular move for South Africans. Apart from the climate and lifestyle, there are other advantages to living there or holding assets on the island state. Nozipho Tshabalala chats to Rene van Zyl and Gordon Stuart, Managing Director of the Accuro office in Mauritius.
What to know when investing assets offshore or moving offshore | Australia
Australia is another popular destination for South Africans looking to move abroad, with a sizeable and thriving community of South Africans now living there. Many are drawn by the similar climate, culture and lifestyle to South Africa, but there are some important differences, which need to be taken into account.