Business
Finweek English
On Buffett's letter to shareholders
Berkshire Hathaway founder Warren Buffett is not in favour of using company shares to buy assets. Simon Brown explains why he agrees with this investment guru.
3 min |
16 March 2017
Finweek English
What Explains The Rise Of Populism?
New research shows that the economic climate in a country appears to have a substantial impact on individuals’ political sentiment. These findings could have important implications for South Africa.
4 min |
10 August 2017
Finweek English
Where Is The Local Currency Headed?
The rand has clocked up gains of more than 30% against the dollar since the end of 2015, and hit a 20-month peak of R12.43 on 24 March this year. It has remained resilient since then despite a shock Cabinet reshuffle, credit rating downgrades, news that the economy has sunk into a recession, and continued political and policy uncertainty. An unexpected interest rate cut in July – the first in five years – also did nothing to dent its strength. The question is, will the currency continue to stand its ground as political risks mount ahead of the ANC leadership conference at the end of this year?
3 min |
10 August 2017
Finweek English
Diversified Group Offers Value Investment Opportunity
Trading at a discount to its valuation, Reinet, which is invested in British American Tobacco and a number of other quality assets, is an option for those investors with a longer time horizon.
3 min |
10 August 2017
Finweek English
No, The ETF Owners Are Not Ripping You Off
It seems that many holders of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) do not fully understand the fees that are deducted from dividends.
2 min |
10 August 2017
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Market Flogs Sibanye Over Stillwater
Palladium price strong amidst predictions of sustained shortage.
2 min |
10 August 2017
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How To Survive The Taxman's Grip
Amidst growing discontent from taxpayers, the South African Revenue Service continues to implement legislation that will squeeze more money out of the country’s small, already cash-strapped tax base.
5 min |
10 August 2017
Finweek English
Addicted To Your Phone?
Many smartphone owners have trouble disconnecting from the internet, obsessively checking and re-checking their devices. Studies have shown that this is unhealthy. As a result, many of those affected are opting for digital detoxes in order to reconnect with the real world.
6 min |
29 June 2017
Finweek English
Keeping Us Riveted To The Radio
More than a just a household voice on the air, multi-faceted DJ Fresh is a prolific music maker and successful businessman.
5 min |
6 July 2017
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Living Life To The Fullest
Dr Judy Dlamini is a woman from humble beginnings. She is also multi-skilled and a self-made, successful businesswoman who is an inspiration to others.
4 min |
22 June 2017
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Reinventing the Yaris brand
Nips and tucks to the Toyota Yaris will help this snappy urban runabout get back in the groove.
4 min |
22 June 2017
Finweek English
State Capture: It's Not Just About Personalities
Former Eskom CEO Brian Molefe’s recent tribulations are an indication that certain factions within the ANC – those who oppose state capture – seem to be winning.
5 min |
22 June 2017
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Recession In Perspective
Yes, there have been some major setbacks that are making everyone uneasy. But investors should also guard against overstating the risk.
3 min |
22 June 2017
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Retail Giants Trampling Small Black Businesses
South Africa’s big four grocery retailers are squeezing everyone else out of the market and making it impossible for independent businesses to survive, a Competition Commission inquiry has heard.
5 min |
22 June 2017
Finweek English
Zuma Strikes Again
OVER THE PAST FEW WEEKS, SOUTH AFRICANS HAVE HAD TO ENDURE THE RECALLING OF FORMER FINANCE MINISTER PRAVIN GORDHAN FROM AN INTERNATIONAL INVESTOR ROADSHOW, A CABINET RESHUFFLE AND A CREDIT RATING DOWNGRADE. AND WHILE THE NEW MINISTER OF FINANCE MALUSI GIGABA IS OPTIMISTIC THAT HIS TEAM WILL “MANAGE THE ECONOMY REALLY WELL”, EXPERTS WARN OF BLEAK YEARS AHEAD.
8 min |
13 April 2017
Finweek English
The Disruptive Innovator
The Pratley Group has established itself as a world leader in the manufacturing of electrical products and adhesives. Since its inception back in 1948, the company has registered over 350 patents and currently manufactures more than 1 200 products and 10 000 product components.
8 min |
13 April 2017
Finweek English
How To Make Faster, Better Decisions
Dithering can come at a large cost – not only for your company but also for your personal reputation.
4 min |
13 April 2017
Finweek English
Surviving The Age Of Disruption With Design Thinking
A powerful new trend in the business world follows the idea that innovation isn’t about technology, but about design. And it puts the needs of the customer first.
3 min |
13 April 2017
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Boosting Investor Interest In Africa
Simplified access to funding, currency stability and improved access to infrastructure can contribute to increased investment on the continent.
3 min |
13 April 2017
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Do You Have Assets In A Trust? Listen Up!
A new ruling by the South African Revenue Service now requires that donations to trusts be taxed if the lender does not charge interest.
3 min |
20 April 2017
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Boring To Depth
Master Drilling’s innovative track record and project experience means it is well-positioned to contribute to, and benefit from, the mining industry’s transition to automation and mechanisation.
3 min |
20 April 2017
Finweek English
Turnaround Strategy Well Under Way
Food and clothing retailer Pick n Pay said it is “well advanced” with its turnaround strategy, which aims to increase its profit margins to a sustainable level. In a recent trading statement, the group said it expects headline earnings per share (HEPS) for the 42 weeks to 26 February 2017 to increase by between 15% and 20% year on-year, driven by greater cost control, improvements in its supply chain and higher productivity in stores.
1 min |
20 April 2017
Finweek English
Global Firms Want To Up Investment In Africa
Companies doing business in Africa remain bullish on the continent’s potential, seemingly adopting a long-term view that requires them to be agile and responsive, and increase investment in fit-for-purpose technology.
4 min |
20 April 2017
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10 things to know about tax-free savings
south africans have until the end of february to make use of this tax year's r30 000 allowance in a tax-free savings account (tfsa), an initiative that was launched by national treasury at the start of the 2015/16 tax year to encourage individuals to save. this guide will help you to choose a tfsa that suits your requirements, and also highlights other ways to save tax-free.
9 min |
26 january 2017
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van loveren's cup overflows
since 1980, the successful family-owned van loveren enterprise started playing a pioneering role in the local wine industry. from 1998 to 2013 its turnover increased by 2 300%. although this growth has flattened out over the past three years, van loveren is now gearing itself up for another s-curve.
5 min |
26 january 2017
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the reality of a trumped-up world
within the next few days, d onald trump will become pre sident of the us. will he mak e good on his controversial campaign statements and p romises? and how much of the controversy was media -driven?
5 min |
19 january 2017
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desperate times
while the majority of scientists agrees that human activity is contributing to global warming in some way, worrying government appointments and environmental policy changes by us president donald trump could stymy efforts to mitigate climate change.
6 min |
19 january 2017
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are african countries still on the right track?
while most countrieson the continent have seen grow th since the 1990s, this is slowing. today, many of africa’s economies are facing risks that could hamper progress.
5 min |
19 january 2017
Finweek English
Tourism's Potential: A Boost Worth Billions Of Rand
While 10M Tourists Flocked To The Country In 2016, The Sentiment Remains Dull For Listed Companies In The Sector. But Experts Appear To Think That There Is A Lot Of Scope For Growth, Arguing That Current Visitor Numbers Are In Fact ‘Not Amazing At All’. Some Say We Could, And Should, Be Aiming To Double This Figure In The Next Five Years.
5 min |
23 March 2017
Finweek English
Student Finance In Limbo
Students nationwide appear to have been left in a state of limbo while waiting for confirmation from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme as to whether their applications for financial aid have been approved
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