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Rob Rose is the Editor of Financial Mail and the Author of Steinheist: Markus Jooste, Steinhoff & SA's biggest corporate fraud and he joins Dan Corder to unpack the mounting pressures facing South Africa in a turbulent global trade environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Online gambling has grown massively in South Africa and, apart from the platform owners themselves, the biggest winners appear to be the provincial regulators they are registered with. Lester Kiewit speaks to financial journalist Larry Claasen about how the gambling landscape has shifted over the last two decades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Larry Claasen, reporter with Financial Mail, to examine the rapid growth of online gambling in Mpumalanga, which has become a major revenue stream for the province, and the concerns it raises about regulation and problem gambling. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit spoke with David Williams, Deputy Editor of Financial Mail and former SA Breweries Communications Manager, about the rising trend of no-alcohol beverages. In the discussion, they explored the factors driving the surge in demand, including a 29% rise in no-alcohol sales in 2023 alone, according to IWSR Drinks Market Analysis. Williams shared insights on how the industry is evolving and what this means for both consumers and producers in the coming years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter shed light on the suspension of load shedding, attributing it to a surge in diesel usage, contradicting government claims at the PSG Financial Services' annual conference. Mteto Nyati, Eskom chairman joins Bruce to explain how they are really keeping the lights on As global equity markets surge, South African stocks remain conspicuously cheap, but caution is advised with a contentious election looming. Marc Hasenfuss, editor-at-large at Financial Mail weighs the risks and rewards in a market poised for potential shifts. Stian Brant, owner, founder and primary designer of Brandt BRV, a vehicle manufactured in Bloemfontein, discusses with host Bruce Whitfield the concept behind his automobile. He shares with Bruce his motivation for embarking on creating his own car and how the government is currently aiding in expanding production. In our Investment School, Garth Mackenzie, founder and editor of TradersCorner.co.za explores thematic ETF investing using offshore WTFs. He delved into themes like fintech, online retail, aerospace, and gold mining with ETFs like FINX, IBUY, XAR, and GDXJ, alongside regional country ETFs. He discusses how South Africans can access these ETFs, understand concentration risks, and assess diversification within each ETF. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As global equity markets surge, South African stocks remain conspicuously cheap, but caution is advised with a contentious election looming. Marc Hasenfuss, editor-at-large at Financial Mail weighs the risks and rewards in a market poised for potential shiftsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob Rose, Former Editor of Financial Mail and the author of Steinheist discusses the controversial business deeds of Ex-Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste. He was hit with R475m penalty for contravening sections of FMA and a day later reportedly shot himself during his arrest. Ray White discusses South Africa's massive R943 billion infrastructure investment with Simon Norton, Director of IZA Africa. Norton stresses zinc's vital role, highlighting zinc's transformative potential in South Africa's recovery. Clive Butkow, co-founder of Conducive Capital, emphasises the significance of startups, strategies for fostering their growth within the country, and the essential elements required to attract venture capital. Gary Booysen, director at Rand Swiss discusses risk and reward when investing in our investment school. He explains the relationship between risk and reward in investing, and how to assess and manage risk according to individual financial goals and risk tolerance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob Rose, Former Editor of Financial Mail and the author of Steinheistdiscusses the controversial business deeds of Ex-Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste. He was hit with R475m penalty for contravening sections of FMA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Craig Miller, CEO of Amplats, discusses layoffs and the plunging of metal prices. Joan Muller, property editor at Financial Mail, explores the potential decline of Airbnb as sectional title buildings in tourist hotspots restrict short-term rentals. Charlie Wright, co-founder of CleanMyBed, was our guest on "How I Make Money", he shared his unique business model of cleaning people's beds. He delved into how the concept of bed cleaning emerged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guest: Rob Rose | Editor at Financial Mail and author of the grand scam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clement discusses how the ANC is likely to perform in next year's general elections. His guests are Financial Mail deputy editor & columnist Natasha Marrian ; Author & Columnist Justice Malala; and EWN Associate Editor Tshidi Madia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Naspers, having weathered a decade of questionable investments, strategic shifts and substantial losses is now showing signs of a positive turnaround, according to Financial Mail's Ann Crotty. Business Day TV discussed this in more detail with Crotty.
Amid ongoing developments surrounding South Africa's capacity for electric vehicle production and export, Business Day TV speaks to Financial Mail's David Furlonger about whether there is sufficient policy certainty for investment to flow.
Rob Rose is the Editor of Financial Mail and he joins Mike to engage with the reality that National Treasury has given Transnet a bailout of R47 billion to meet its debt obligations and support its recovery plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The National Council of Provinces is set to sign off on the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill and this will allow the government to run with its plan for state administered healthcare. But critics says the system will fail to deliver even the most basic of healthcare services. Business Day TV spoke to Financial Mail editor, Rose Rose for more detail on the story.
On this episode of Stock Picks, Financial Mail's Marc Hasenfuss takes a closer look at Jubliee, Wesizwe, Renergen, Mahube, Caxton, TransPaco, Sun International and Astoria. Stock Watch
The rand rigging scandal is back in the spotlight with reports citing that banks fingered in the ordeal bagged R1trn per day. The Financial Mail has however pointed out that the numbers do not add up and suggests that this is being politicized by the ruling party ahead of next year's election. Business Day TV spoke to the publication's editor, Rob Rose for more detail.
Transnet's failings have pushed companies to make use of trucks with the number of trucks on South Africa's roads climbing 48%. But, road freight comes with its own challenges. To unpack the detail of the story, Business Day TV spoke to Financial Mail's Money Editor, Giulietta Talevi.
On this episode of Stock Picks, Financial Mail's Marc Hassenfuss analyses Brait, Altron and Brimstone. Stock Watch
Rob Rose, editor at Financial Mail and Mduduzi Luthuli co-founder and executive director at Luthuli Capital on how the BHI Trust scandal is unfolding. Darren Levy, CEO at Vida e Caffè on introducing a new seasonal coffee blend - Redberry- grown locally. On personal finance, Warren Ingram, co-founder of Galileo Capital and personal financial advisor discussed how to get out of debt and stay debt-free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guest: Rob Rose | Editor at Financial Mail| and Mduduzi Luthuli | Co-Founder and Executive Director at Luthuli CapitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Public Protector House in Pretoria, marked by remnants of Busisiwe Mkhwebane's controversial tenure, reflects a tumultuous past. As Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka steps in, questions arise about her alignment with predecessors Thuli Madonsela or Mkhwebane. The youngest in the position, Gcaleka faces scrutiny over her political journey and proposed office reforms. Natasha Marrian from Financial Mail spoke with Business Day for an in-depth discussion on leadership expectations.
Rob Rose, editor at Financial Mail on chasing down white collar crime offenders. On The Money Show Explainer, we featured a Tik Tok clip by Alfred Adriaan, stand-up comedian, TV personality and vlogger on the high cost of living in SA. For Friday File, David Malan, co-owner of Kokerboom Kaas on their gourmet cheese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ANC is contemplating a significant shift in how local government operates, moving towards a more collaborative leadership approach. This decision coincides with the ANC's intention to end its partnership with the EFF, which has sparked worries among both investors and opposition party members. Business Day TV unpacked this political landscape in greater detail with Financial Mail's Natasha Marrian.
On this edition of Stock Picks, Financial Mail's Marc Hasenfuss unpacks Nu-world, RECM & Calibre and Caxton. Stock Watch
South Africa faces a financial conundrum, with a R459 billion reserve in the central bank. Deciding how to utilize this significant resource amid fiscal challenges and rising borrowing costs has become complex. Business Day TV spoke with Peter Bruce from Financial Mail who discussed the need to address South Africa's foundational economic issues for a lasting solution.
The Public Investment Corporation, with R2.6 trillion in assets, is under the leadership of CEO Abel Sithole, who is working to transform the organization after governance issues. Business Day TV delves into whether the PIC has overcome political influence challenges as well as its role in the financial landscape with Financial Mail's Rob Rose.
Clement speaks to Junior Khumalo, a political reporter at Newzroom Afrika; Rob Rose, the Editor at Financial Mail and Nhlanhla Mabaso who is a reporter at EWN about what has happened in cases involving former Ethekwini mayor, Zandile Gumede, former Steinhof CEO, Markus Jooste and former ANC Secretary General, Ace Magashule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eskom's board chair, Mpho Makwana has resigned, raising concerns about the company's stability and the board's strained relationship with public enterprises minister, Pravin Gordhan. Business Day TV unpacked this critical matter with Financial Mail's Natasha Marrian.
Now, the 2016 acquisition of SA Breweries by Anheuser-Busch - a colossal $106 billion deal, remains a stark warning about the dangers of massive takeovers. While it initially looked like a great move for SAB shareholders, it turned out to be a major problem for AB InBev. Business Day TV discussed this high-stake deal with the Financial Mail's Ann Crotty.
With declining national support, infrastructure crises, and Jacob Zuma's enduring popularity in KZN, the ANC continues to face a complex electoral landscape. To unpack this in more detail, Business Day TV spoke to Financial Mail's Natasha Marrian.
Rob Rose, Editor at Financial Mail analyses Transnet's CEO's exit from Transnet and Former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste losing appeal against a R20 million penalty imposed on him for insider trading. Kamal Manilal, Co-Founder of Roska Artisanal Ice Cream on Friday File discusses how he left corporate sector to focus a luxury ice cream business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bruce speaks to the Editor at Financial Mail, Rob Rose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steven Powell, head of ENSafrica's forensics practice explains how it's possible for employees to steal exorbitant amounts of money from their employers. Rob Rose, editor at Financial Mail on his exclusive on how South Africa lost all power to the consultants. Then Nathan Geffen, Ground Up editor was our Shapeshifter. He spoke about his career trajectory as well as the stellar work Ground Up does as a not-for-profit news agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of stock picks, Financial Mail's Marc Hasenfuss unpacks Argent, Gemfields and Hulamin. Stock Watch
Rob Rose, Editor of Financial Mail and the author of Steinheist on the unwinding of the retail company. Richard Poplak, senior correspondent at the Daily Maverick on their press accreditation for the Russia-Africa summit being revoked with no reason given. After 10 steep interest rate hikes, our consumer ninja, Wendy Knowler looked at whether banks are helping home loan customers to manage paying back their debt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ANC Chair Panyaza Lesufi is battling to retain power, facing legal challenges to his slim victory and overwhelming demand for limited youth employment spots. Moreover, the ANC's national leadership is re-assessing their alliance with the EFF, potentially endangering their political control in the region. To unpack the politics of it all, Business Day TV spoke to Financial Mail's Natasha Marrian.
Bronwyn Williams & Giulietta Talevi | The Small Print In this episode, Bronwyn speaks to the investing editor of the Financial Mail and Joburg resident Giulietta Talevi about the rapid demise of “the corrupt city of her dreams.” They discuss the investability of Johannesburg, the instability of coalition politics, how Joburg's neo-feudal enclaves are accelerating the city's demise, the importance of strategic voting, why tax revolts are a bad idea, how community-led initiatives can create confidence in the city, and why we should consider turning to the judiciary system when the electoral process fails us. Bronwyn Williams is a futurist, economist, trend analyst and host of The Small Print. Her day job as a partner at Flux Trends involves helping business leaders to use foresight to design the future they want to live and work in. You may have seen her talking about Transhumanism or Tikok on Carte Blanche, or heard her talking about trends on 702 or CNBC Africa where she is a regular expert commentator. When she's not talking to brands and businesses about the future, you will probably find her curled up somewhere with a (preferably paperback) book. She tweets at @bronwynwilliams. Twitter Flux Trends Website Giulietta Talevi is a seasoned financial journalist and the money and investing editor at the Financial Mail. She also hosts Stock Watch on Business Day TV where she began her career in 2001 as a rookie reporter, covering companies across the JSE, as well as the broader economy and financial markets. She began writing for Business Day and the Financial Mail in 2017. Giulietta also has a weakness for small-cap stocks that tend to lose her money. Twitter Financial Mail Subscribe to our Substack. Follow us on Social Media: YouTube LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Subscribe to the Discourse ZA Podcast: iTunes Stitcher Spotify RSS feed
According to the Financial Mail, the use of blue lights on vehicles by politicians and VIPs has come to symbolize the abuse of power and disregard for the law in South Africa, and this is echoed by a video showing members of Deputy President Paul Mashatile's security team brutally assaulting two motorists. Business Day TV spoke to the Financial Mail's Shirley de Villiers, about why she feels this incident highlights a lack of accountability and consequence when it comes to official's securities.
The race is on for electric vehicle production. BMW is investing R4.2 billion towards this effort at its Rosslyn plant. The German automaker plans to produce its X3 model as a plug-in hybrid from next year. Business Day TV unpacked the investment with David Furlonger, Editor-at-large for Financial Mail.
The aristocrat of the South African supermarket sector, Tiger Brands has had a difficult few years, which have been characterized by poor performance, less expensive goods from competitors, growing food inflation, power outages, high interest rates, and logistical snarl-ups. Business Day TV unpacked the brand's performance with Financial Mail's Marc Hassenfuss.
Growthpoint and Redefine Properties, are the two South African real estate investment trusts that have grown into successful players in Eastern Europe. Despite the region being viewed as a hedge against the weakening rand, South African investors are still warned to consider diversification when entering the EU regions' markets. Business Day TV unpacked this in greater detail with Financial Mail's Property writer Joan Muller.
The number of high net worth South Africans has declined by 1.8% over the past year, mostly due to emigration. According to the Africa Wealth Report, when a country notices a pattern of wealthier people leaving a country, it is often a sign of what may happen to its middle class. Business Day TV spoke to Financial Mail's Rob Rose spoke to Business Day TV for more detail on this trend.
On this episode of Stock Picks, Financial Mail's Marc Hasenfuss takes a look at AVI, Libstar and RCL.
Rob Rose, Editor of Financial Mail and the author of Steinheist shares his four reasons why Steinhoff's former CEO no-show to his trial matters Clicks interim results - Healthcare retailer forges ahead with R1bn capex plan with Bertina Engelbrecht, CEO at Clicks Group Peter Fabricius, independent foreign policy analyst & journalist on the meaning of President Ramaphosa being snubbed at the G7 summit Warren Ingram, Co-Founder of Galileo Capital on Personal Finance - How to build generational wealth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the long-awaited cabinet reshuffle is finally going to take place, EWN associate editor for politics Tshidi Madia, Assistant editor for Politics and opinions at News24 Qaanitah Hunter and Financial Mail deputy editor Natasha Marian joins Clement where they bring more analysis on delayed cabinet changes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam Mkokeli is the lead partner at Mkokeli Advisory. He is a former public enterprises spokesperson and columnist for Financial Mail. He joins Mike to discuss his article, ‘Ramaphosa dodges a bullet with De Ruyter's resignation'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clement is joined by Business Writer at Business Day and Financial Mail, Mudiwa Gavaza sharing tips on diverse ways to spend wisely this festive season and maintain a healthy financial stance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam Mkokeli, freelance journalist at the Financial Mail analyses president Cyril Ramaphosa's response to the panel appointed by the Speaker of the National Assembly related to the Phala Phala saga, which seeks to find out if there is a case against him or not. In Business Unusual, Colin Cullis looked at how What3words has made it hard for people who do not have a fixed address to not be found. Keri Rudolph, founder and CEO of The IV Bar Group is our shapeshifter. She spoke about how she managed to grow her IV drip therapy business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clement speaks to Rob Rose, the Editor of the Financial Mail and author of Steinheist, explaining how South Africa's biggest corporate fraud scandal was carried out undetected for years. This follows the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) executing a court order allowing it to attach more than a billion rand in assets linked to the former Steinhoff CEO, Markus JoosteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.