One-week implied volatility for the rand versus the dollar has declined since the start of October and is well below the one-year average level, suggesting little extra demand to hedge against price swings.
Rose about 1% Monday, trading around $78 300 at 1 p.m. in Singapore.
Analysis of the latest tech selloff and what it means for global markets. Plus, why elections matter for investors and Johannesburg’s residential property market.
NCR oversees consumer credit industry with open loans worth R2.7trn.
Labour federation says potential exclusion from the trade pact with the US should be an opportunity for SA’s government to seek other trade partners – and criticises its slow pace in this regard.
Nearly 137 000 politicians to fight for 10 526 positions.
Political scientist Professor Susan Booysen explains why fragmentation and the ANC’s decline will push coalition numbers higher post the 4 November local government elections.
Business advisor Luncedo Mtwentwe examines how service delivery failures squeeze profits and what SMEs need from local government ahead of the elections.
Construction company’s contingent liabilities related to current projects exceed R1.6bn, while cash, cash equivalents and trade and other receivables total just R15 000.
A group called Lesotho Import Cars Warriors is planning court action against the SA taxman.