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Thursday, May 22, 2025

Pick n Pay predicts significant recovery in headline loss per share

Pick n Pay Stores' share price surged nearly 5% after the company announced an expected improvement in headline loss per share for the financial year ending February 2025, signalling a potential turnaround in its financial performance.

Edward West|Published

Investec reports strong performance and outlines five-year strategy

Investec Group has reported a robust performance for the year ending March 31, with a return on equity of 13. 9%. The CEO outlines a new five-year strategy aimed at enhancing client acquisition and optimising shareholder returns.

Edward West|Published

Spear REIT expands Western Cape portfolio as distributions grow and forecast brightens

As Spear Reit charts its path forward, the company is not merely responding to market dynamics but actively shaping them, setting the stage for an exciting future in the evolving South African property landscape.

Edward West|Published

Trump’s U. S. falls prey to the Dutch disease

Their concerted actions have enabled the United States to become – and, for a long time, remain – the world’s leading economy and technological powerhouse. U. S. companies dominate the world economy especially in the technology space.

John West|Published

Transnet gets R51 billion government guarantee boost to continue with recovery plan

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has approved a R51 billion guarantee facility for Transnet, aimed at supporting its capital investment programme and addressing debt obligations amid ongoing reforms in South Africa's freight and logistics sector.

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Hybrid Boost: Flexible work aids in tough economic times

A study by the International Workplace Group (IWG) reveals how CFOs see hybrid working as an essential cost-cutting measure.

Brandstories|Updated

How a costly financial mistake inspired South Africa’s first flat-fee financial advice platform

A local entrepreneur is transforming personal financial advice with a new platform, just like Uber did for transport.

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a world of negativity, here’s the real story for SMEs

Beneath the noise, the truth is this: South Africa’s conditions for small business growth in 2025 are stronger than they’ve been in years.

Garth Rossiter|Published

From side hustle to full-time business: 5 practical tips for small business owners taking the leap

Taking the leap from part-time to full-time entrepreneur is a big decision. Done right, it can unlock new levels of growth and freedom.

Jeremy Lang|Published