Fortnightly Economic Q&A

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Listen again to our fortnightly economic webinar. This week, Investec Chief Economist, Philip Shaw, hosts a discussion with Relationship Banker, Osian Rees. Philip gave us a quick update on the economy and covered current events impacting the US, including Trumps prospects for the upcoming Presidential election.

Osian joins us from the Investec Private Companies team. He gives an update on what he's been hearing from this perspective. The private companies landscape, arguably, is one of the hardest hit sectors of the economy, Osian give his frank view on current trends and events.
29 Jul 2020 English South Africa Business

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