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David Shapiro: Why I'm going offshore in 2020 - and focusing on tech
The lack of tech-focused opportunities on the JSE rather than anything to do with politics is pushing SA's favourite market commentator into the offshore investing camp. In the latest episode of Rational Radio, David Shapiro unpacked why he is going offshore in a big way this year. He also explained…
State assets sale; Telkom job cuts anger; ANC rifts; Tito’s Davos challenge; SA lags in social mobiilty
In today's business headlines: - The Government is accelerating the sale of state assets to fund cash-strapped South African Airways and other distressed state-owned companies; - Unions are angry about the proposal to cut 3,000 jobs at Telkom; - ANC decision-makers met over the weekend to discuss how to deal…
Unexpected rate cut, SAA sells aircraft; Telkom job cuts; a Picasso on a yacht; palladium
In today's business news headlines: - The South African Reserve Bank unexpectedly cut its benchmark interest rate to 6.25%, which is the lowest level in four years after slashing forecasts for inflation and economic growth; - South African Airways has put some of its aircraft up for sale to accommodate…
Bob van Dijk on JustEat, JP, Techcrunch - and why for Prosus "the future's bright"
Almost six years into his tenure as the group's CEO, Prosus boss Bob van Dijk is getting used to living in the spotlight - and attention the media gives his personal financial affairs. But whatever your views on what he is paid, as you listen to this wide ranging interview…
SAA on precipice again; Black Friday sale boost; Zondo extension, New Eskom chair
In today's business news headlines: - Business Day reports that South African Airways could suspend flights as soon as this weekend if the R2bn from the National Treasury that it pledged to fund the business rescue process at the airline does not materialise; - South African retail sales beat estimates…
JP Verster's five stocks for 2020 - products of his "quantamental" process
Money manager Jean Pierre Verster discovered a few years ago that local is not always lekker when it comes to making money out of shares. His Protea Capital's offshore hedge fund generated over 20% after fees in US Dollars last year. In this interview he explains the logic behind each…
Eskom miners' death knell; Land policy 2020 wrap; OM beat Moyo; New Woolies head cheered; Vodacom, Cell C
In today’s business headlines: • Eskom will be the “death knell” for South Africa’s mining industry unless the government enables mines to produce their own electricity; • President Cyril Ramaphosa said land distribution must be finalised in 2020 and has asked business leaders to present solutions to redistribute land to…
Chris Yelland: Back story to Mabuza resignation - and how to fix Eskom mess
When it comes to reporting in specialist areas, the best journalists are often those who have technical expertise in that sector. For instance, the late investigative journalist Barry Sergeant was a qualified advocate, skills which helped him negotiate the legal minefield that accompanies all serious challenges to the financially crooked…
Massmart closes Dion-wired; Rhodium boosts platinum producers; Tesla soars
In today's business news headlines: * In a blow for employment creation, Massmart is to shut down stores and chop jobs as it shores up its finances. * Rhodium, the world's most precious metal, is soaring - which is good news for SA platinum producers. * Zim looks set to…
Key issues in Bright Light Solar Prospectus - invest to earn 21% after-tax
Since we first exposed the Biznews community to Bright Light Solar, hundreds have responded to CEO Kevin Shames who tells us he has been engaging directly with each one. What has excited investors is the way a combination of the tax allowances and dividends deliver an annual return of 21%…
MTN truly is SA's better connection after hefty infrastructure investments pay off
The latest quarterly survey by telecoms specialist Mybroadband.com provides more good news for an embattled MTN which is still celebrating the Nigerian Attorney General dropping his $2bn claim against the group. But while the Nigerian challenge is far from over (Inland Revenue and Customs are still on MTN's case), the…
David Shapiro on Greenside High billionaires, Prosus, Comair, MTN and Mondi
South Africa's favourite market commentator is at his best when recalling connections from decades of growing up in Johannesburg and working at its world famous stock exchange. In this interview from the latest episode of Rational Radio, the Greenside High old boy shares his thoughts on a now famous former…
SARB will remain independent; Pvt electricity generation step-up; Eskom chair resigns; Zondo, Zuma, Prosus
* The ANC has re-affirmed the independence, role and mandate of the South African Reserve Bank in an annual policy statement. * In another policy decision, the ANC said solving South Africa’s energy crisis, creating jobs and speeding up land redistribution will top the party’s priority list this year. *…
Business confidence in the 80s; WB, Nedbank cut SA growth forecasts; Gold, Aveng
In today’s business headlines: • South African business confidence has slumped to its lowest level since 1985 as the country faces power cuts, delays in policy implementation, deteriorating public finances and the risk of losing its only remaining investment-grade credit rating. • The World Bank is the first key institution…
Emigrating? Expert money tips, traps - Dawn Ridler. LISTEN!
Welcome to the first BizNews Personal Finance podcast of 2020. In this interview, Johannesburg money and investment expert Dawn Ridler shares insights on how to manage your personal finances when you emigrate. Ridler, based in Johannesburg, shares some of her top money tips, and highlights mistakes South Africans make, when…
Ghosn on the offensive; Mantashe “restraining” CR ; PMI contracts; Platinum, Palladium, Gold
In today's business headlines: - Carlos Ghosn, the auto executive who fled to Lebanon last week to escape trial in Japan said he did not escape justice; he fled injustice; - Absa’s Purchasing Manager Index fell deeper into contraction in December to 45.9 from 47.4 in the previous month; -…
Job outlook: who's hiring, firing, earning big; Tesla in China; great white spotted
In today's headlines: * It’s set to be harder than any time in the last five years to get a job in South Africa. That’s the message from statistics gathered by the Manpower Group SA, which has surveyed business owners on their hiring and firing plans for 2020; * More…
Blackouts hit SA business forecasts; new Absa CEO; Iran-US market reactions
In today's headlines: * South African business forecasts for 2020 have been knocked by debilitating power cuts, as new Eskom boss starts work on cleaning up the utility; * Absa has a new CEO. It has head-hunted Daniel Mminele, a SA Reserve Bank heavyweight; * A severe drought is threatening…
Power cuts welcome new Eskom CEO; US-Iran tension; Prosus loses JustEat battle? Wine evolution
In today's business headlines: - Loadshedding made an unwelcome return as the Christmas break is drawing to an end just as Andre de Ruyter officially takes over as head of Eskom; - The 2020 forecasts for emerging markets have been put on hold as the goal posts have moved with…
Eskom pushing SA over cliff edge; Jozi crime; Tesla tipped to shine, Boeing not; Home Delivery food fight
In today’s business headlines: • Growing problems at South Africa’s state-owned enterprises are pushing major companies towards bankruptcy and subjecting the country to rolling blackouts that are choking growth, according to the Wall Street Journal; • Shootings in Johannesburg left two people dead and 16 injured, marring the city’s New…