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30 January 2019
EOH sinks as old allegations re-emerge
There didn’t appear to be anything new in the irregularities listed by Eskom but EOH failed to release a statement clarifying this.
Adapt IT battles to grow in tough economy
The technology group only managed to grow first-half revenue through acquisitions due to stagnant economic growth.
Shoprite marks down first-half earnings
The supermarket group expects a sharp decline in profit due to hyperinflation in Angola and constraints at home.
Maria Ramos prepares to leave Absa
Former Nedbank executive and registrar of banks René van Wyk will take the reins until a replacement is found.
Taste is hungry for more capital
The restaurant and luxury goods group is likely to need more equity capital over and above its current R132 million rights issue.
Analysis: The ANC's future wars will be fought on Twitter
Imagine, for a moment, a democracy of more than 50 million people in which members of the governing party routinely attack one another and appear to...
29 January 2019
Naspers splashes out on Russian classifieds
Avito attracts 10.3 million daily unique visitors and has leading positions in a number of key categories in the Russian classifieds market.
Pepkor grows sales in tough environment
The value retailer says its defensive market position continues to resonate with a “financially constrained consumer”.
While the current period is expected to be positive, it said it is unlikely to match last year’s strong performance.
Kumba jumps as disaster lifts iron ore price
S&P Global Platts says supply constraints could become evident following the disaster at Vale’s Corrego do Feijão mine in Brazil.
Do the imminent amendments to section 25 of the Constitution necessitate a change in the property law paradigm in South Africa - is there reason to...
28 January 2019
The general insurer says it is taking the additional listing to attract potential new investors.
The fast-moving consumer goods company has flagged lower earnings after December sales came under pressure.
MC Mining falls on Uitkomst challenges
The coal miner says production should improve after it bought more machinery and integrated the colliery’s staff and systems.
Pan African jumps on production update
The gold producer is on track to meet this year's guidance after its Elikhulu tailings retreatment plant was put into action.
Explainer: Eskom, State Capture and a plan to keep the lights on
Daily Maverick takes a look what's at stake amid all the Davos talk of renewal, credible turnaround strategies and growth.
MOTORING: Lexus ES250 EX: Fighting a lost cause
Two decades ago, the Lexus ES would have been a best seller. But today, the ever-growing demand for SUVs means that even advanced, streamlined sedans like...
25 January 2019
Vodacom tumbles as SA revenue declines
The group said a strong performance from its international operations helped to offset the slowdown in SA during the quarter.
Anglo firing on (almost) all cylinders
The diversified miner expects iron ore to bounce back this year after it resumed production at its Minas-Rio operation in Brazil.
Tiger sells Oceana stake to Brimstone
Tiger Brands plans to unbundle the rest of its stake in Oceana by the middle of the year as it focuses on its portfolio of core...
OP-ED: Africa brims with opportunity despite enduring risks
At the 2019 World Economic Forum in Davos this week, there are several sessions on Africa and the developing world in general where this report is...
Who’s doing what this week in the South African M&A space?
Weekly summary of M&A activity by South African companies
Who’s doing what in the African M&A space?
Weekly summary of all M&A activity from across Africa (excluding South Africa)
Corporate Finance activity of the week
Weekly summary of corporate finance activity by South African exchange listed companies
Thorts - The Dating Game: Investors & Founders
When investors and early-stage companies engage each other on a possible future together, the differences in their respective M&A experience can be telling.
24 January 2019
Reinet’s value smoulders on BAT decline
The investment company is an alternative entry to British American Tobacco but pays itself management fees.
Marius Swanepoel’s retirement was brought forward after the handover to his successor was concluded earlier than expected.
A generation of unwilling pensioners
A somewhat grey and gloomy reality faces most of us as future-retirees in South Africa. High fees, declining returns, and insufficient contribution and saving rates are...
May Won’t Rule Out Brexit Delay as U.K. Parliament Takes Control
U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May is refusing to rule out delaying Britain's departure from the European Union as Parliament moves to take over the process to...
Soria Hay: Black Industrialists - a key aspect in government's commitment to grow South Africa
As South Africa enters an election year, the issue of black ownership continues to be a dominant aspect within the country's transformation landscape. This was clearly...