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.
Retirees and fraud – practical ways to protect yourself
Retirees are often a target of fraudsters. Kevin Hogan, Head of Fraud Risk at Investec, is joined by René Grobler, Head of Investec Cash Investments, in explaining some of the ways you can avoid becoming a victim of fraud.
Macro Monday ep2: Global slowdown ahead
In our quarterly strategy and asset allocation overview, Investec Wealth & Investment Chief Investment Strategist Chris Holdsworth looks at the implications of the likely slowing in global growth over the next 12 to 18 months. He also examines the challenges and opportunities in the SA market.
Unpacking Wealth Creation S2 Ep6: How do you create and preserve intergenerational wealth?
How to talk about wealth with family, how to build a financial plan and how to create wealth. Investec Wealth & Investment wealth managers, Neil Urmson and Ruth Forssman, share some insights into how not to lose your intergenerational wealth.
Sustainable Solutions Ep3: Water crisis solutions
Melanie Humphries (head of Investec Sustainable Solutions) has an in-depth discussion on the ongoing water crisis with expert, Pierre Lundberg. Where do we stand and what does the future look like? What do you need to know about water back-up solution, such as water tanks, boreholes and rainwater? What are…
NOW ep58: Reining in the rand
The rand’s rollercoaster ride continues. It’s been a tough few weeks for the rand, as the market grows increasingly anxious over domestic challenges, including government’s fiscal deficit of R143.8 billion. David Gracey, Investec's Head of FX and Fixed Income Trading, discusses the rand's performance and its future outlook.
Investec Focus Talks | Sudhanshu Palsule on the power of purpose and empathy
"The future is human," says leadership luminary Prof Sudhanshu Palsule. In this Investec Focus Talk Lesley-Anne Gatter, global head of People and Organisation at Investec, chats to Palsule on why organisations need to find their purpose, and leaders need to find empathy, in order to survive in an age of…
Unpacking Wealth Creation S2 Ep5: To trust or not to trust?
Trusts are often used in estate planning for various reasons, many of which are related to tax efficiencies. But are they still a suitable wealth preservation vehicle, and what are the implications of investing through a trust offshore? Should you keep your SA trust if you emigrate? What does it…
Macro Monday ep1: Fuel prices push global inflation higher
In the first episode of Investec’s weekly macroeconomic view, Investec Wealth & Investment’s Chief Investment Strategist Chris Holdsworth discusses global inflation which ticked up in August, driven mainly by higher fuel prices.
NOW ep57: South Africans under the pump
In this episode, our experts discuss the surge in fuel prices and the impact of oil market volatility on South Africans. Find out what's driving the increase and the potential implications for our economy.
Sustainable Solutions Ep2: Energy crisis solutions
Melanie Humphries (head of Investec Sustainable Solutions) has an in-depth discussion on the ongoing energy crisis with expert, Chris Yelland. Where do we stand and what does the future look like? How can you reduce your reliance on the grid? What are the options and hazards?
NOW ep56: Inflation: too soon to celebrate?
Have we really turned the corner when it comes to inflation, and will the Reserve Bank continue to keep interest rates on ice? Find out in the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday with Investec Economist Lara Hodes.
Sustainable Solutions Ep1: SA’s water and energy crisis
At our latest In conversation event, titled, Sustainable living – empowering solutions, Chris Yelland (energy expert), Prof Anthony Turton (water expert), Maya Fisher-French (award-winning financial journalist) and Pierre Lundberg (water expert) shared their thoughts on our current water and energy situation.
NOW ep55: Opportunities for investors amid economic headwinds
With the economic headwinds of sticky inflation and persistently high interest rates, an underwhelming Chinese rebound and a weakening US dollar – how do the next few months look for investors? Our Chief Investment Strategist Chris Holdsworth, gives his analysis in the latest episode of the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast.
In conversation for medical professionals | Ep4: The importance of financial planning
Starting a private practice can be overwhelming, but with the right support and knowledge, you can confidently make informed decisions. In this interview, Nirvashni Rajkumar, a Senior Financial Advisor at Investec Life, sketches out some of the financial essentials you need to consider. Discover how to mitigate risks, protect your…
NOW Ep54: AI investing 101: What to consider before jumping in
Simon Lapthorne, a Senior Research Analyst for Investec Wealth & Investment UK, dicusses the rise of artificial intelligence and what investors should consider before entering the market.
In conversation for medical professionals | Ep3: Tackling tax for your future-ready medical practice
Investec Head of Tax & Fiduciary Rene van Zyl shares insights and strategies to help medical professionals navigate the complex world of finance and taxation and manage their money more effectively. Learn about the key elements involved in establishing a long-term financial plan as a doctor in private practice, and…
NOW Ep53: When to save and when to invest
High cost of living, unemployment and debt are just some of the difficulties South Africans are facing that greatly impact their ability to save or invest. This National Savings Month, Investec experts Rene Grobler and Ebeth van Heerden unpack the differences between savings and investment and share practical ways to…
In conversation for medical professionals | Ep2: Transforming medical practices
Steven Macarounas is the founder of the Business Money Life Institute and programme director for the South African Health Business Academy. With over 37 years of experience working alongside healthcare professionals, he is passionate about helping doctors prioritise their own lives alongside their professional responsibilities. By providing education and resources…
NOW ep52: Loadshedding: What to expect
Despite the recent respite in loadshedding, in the form of lower stages, Investec equity analysts Herbert Kharivhe and Ross Krige caution against complacency. Find out what stages they’re forecasting for the rest of winter and beyond, in the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday.
AI special edition with Tristan Fletcher
With an MEng in Manufacturing Engineering, MSc in Computer science, a PhD in Artificial Intelligence and a research fellowship at Imperial College looking at how to apply AI to "noisy" data sets, there's probably not a lot about AI that Tristan doesn't know. So who better for Investec's Mark James…