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Patrick Bond, distinguished professor of sociology at the University of Johannesburg, discusses Christine Lagarde as a potential WEF chair, the institution’s future and the global economic outlook beyond November.
Lebo Buthelezi, vice-president of energy and strategy enablement at Standard Bank, reflects on key themes from Africa Energy Week and efforts to strengthen Africa’s energy security.
Rodney Maduwa, founder of Maduwa Paint World, shares his passion for paint, his community-focused approach and plans to expand into raw materials manufacturing.
A look at market movements with Sanlam Private Wealth, PSG’s asset growth, SA Auto Week outcomes, uncertainty over WEF leadership, SA’s energy resilience and the success story of Maduwa Paint World in our SMME segment.
Nick Kunze of Sanlam Private Wealth discusses gains on the JSE, losses in Asian markets amid AI spending concerns, and a recovery in commodities. He unpacks the impact of inflation, interest rates and oil prices on global markets, while sharing his outlook for a potential Christmas rally amid ongoin
Weaker equity markets in 2026 contributed to a 74% decline in performance fees.
‘Most of these guys are running at a loss, especially when it's a 70 cents reduction, which is a 10% reduction that you just can't afford anymore,’ says Samilco CEO André van Heerden.