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SA suffers as cybercrime rises globally

The cost of hacking is wreaking havoc on business productivity – and South Africa isn’t immune to this scourge.

Fancy a rental car for R1 a day?

Launched in New Zealand a decade ago, Transfercar is an online platform that assists car rental agencies with relocating cars. Now South Africans can also benefit from this innovative, cheap way of travelling.

Take time to get better at trading and investing

It’s likely that you might be making some investment resolutions this holiday. But the important thing is to take the time to ensure you develop a plan to implement them. Otherwise, like most new year’s resolutions, they won’t bear fruit.

Emerging artists to look out for

Young, black female artists are all the rage in the emerging art market.

Family Recipe Turned Fast-Food Hit

Despite swearing she would never follow her father or grandfather’s footsteps into the falafel business, Anat Apter ended up doing just that – and with great success.

Mid-Cap Stocks To Consider

Until recently, the Mid-Cap Index was delivering a lacklustre performance. However, the tables have turned and currently there is good value to be found in this segment of the local market.

Creating A Major Black Property Player

The proposed BEE merger in the property sector between Delta Property Fund and Rebosis Property Fund should be wholly supported to advance BEE.

Not All Shareholders Are Created Equal

One share, one vote, right? Not necessarily. With certain voting structures some shareholders will be more equal than others.

Ca$h, Ca$h, Baby

Fixed-income assets, such as cash and bonds, have outperformed most equity returns over the medium term as South Africa’s economic and policy woes weigh heavily on listed companies. A slew of corporate governance failures didn’t inspire confidence in the once returns-lucrative stock market. Will cash continue to have the edge?

Simon's Stock Tips

Founder and director of investment website JustOneLap.com, Simon Brown, is finweek’s resident expert on the stock markets. In this column he provides insight into recent market developments.

‘We Need Competitive Energy'

JSE-listed Hulisani is an investment company focused in the secondary energy market. David McKay spoke to the company’s CEO, Marubini Raphulu, about our energy crisis, the redrafted Integrated Resource Plan and whether or not there is political will to turn the lights on for good.

Turning The Diamond Market On Its Head

The diamond industry has been hit hard over the last year, but diamond miner Lucara is using blockchain technology to change the way buyers purchase from them – and the company believes it is paying off.

Ignore Sustainable Investment At Your Own Peril

Despite scepticism from some in the investment world, the advantages of sustainable investing are becoming increasingly clear. Companies and fund managers that lack focus on environmental, social and governance issues will suffer – as proven by the recent failings of some corporate giants. And those that incorporate ESG strategy into their decisions often achieve better returns.

Here's How To Avoid Disaster When Things Go Bust...

When you trade in shares, there will always be an element of risk involved. Best then to ensure that you limit that risk – especially when you’re new to trading.

Finding The Route That Suits You

What happens when you have to choose between two funds that both have attractive returns, but find that the one is subject to much greater volatility than the other? The tracking error is a good measure.

An Expensive Lesson In Governance

Runaway costs. Joint CEOs that have fallen on their swords. How does Sasol plan on moving past the Lake Charles Chemical Project debacle?

The Second Renaissance Of Finance

Technology is fast changing the role of banks, as well as the way we perceive money. But can regulation keep up with these changes?

The Big Slumber On The Top 40 Index

Sage investment advice holds that long-term investors should include a fairly large proportion of equities in their portfolios. Equities traditionally outperform inflation by a sizeable margin. What happens when the go-to stocks on the JSE deliver meagre capital growth over the medium term? And which fundamentals need to change for the situation to improve?

Mantsho X H&M: Making Fashion History

Fifteen years ago, then-junior fashion designer Palesa Mokubung took the plunge to start her own fashion label. The hard work has culminated in fashion history, as she became the first African designer to collaborate with giant Swedish retailer H&M.

Life's Good For Implats

It seems that Impala Platinum is currently generating plenty of cash. So much so, that it may not require bridging finance to follow through with its plans to purchase North American Palladium.

Coal Train Heading For Disaster

While the debate around coal production remains sensitive, revamping the Overvaal tunnel on the coal line in Mpumalanga can no longer be ignored. It’s in bad shape and a rebuild is not just an issue of ensuring a reliable transport route – it’s about preventing a potential collapse in infrastructure.

Property Sector's Wrestle To Prevent Write-Downs

To ensure value holds up, the listed property sector is putting forward innovative strategies.

Prescribed Assets: Debate Far From Over

Although there is a need to step up investment into South Africa’s poor infrastructure, fear that this will be achieved through the imposition of prescribed assets may be misplaced.

The Rise Of Copper In A Green Economy

In the quest to decarbonise world economies, the global demand for copper could rise substantially. The reason? Its unique properties make it a metal that can play a role in reducing carbon emissions.

Peugeot 3008: An Underrated Mid-Sized SUV

The French have come up with a winner in the uniquely restyled and more refined Peugeot 3008.

Time To Take Charge Of Your Retirement Savings

Feeling jittery about reaching your retirement goals? Or unsure about what those goals should even be? In this guide to retirement, the experts provide advice on how to determine and track your retirement goals. And, most importantly, how and when to change gears as you approach retirement.

How Far Can PGM Counters Go?

South African platinum shares have rallied 167% since June 2018. On the back of these massive gains, the cash generation in the platinum group metal sector has been remarkable. But what happens after the platinum party?

‘We've Never Had It So Good'

DRDGold is in the business of remining the yellow metal by reprocessing gold dumps – something the company does very effectively. CEO Niël Pretorius sat down with David McKay to talk business, the gold price, its partnership with Sibanye-Stillwater and why things are looking so good for DRDGold.

How Savvy Are Tech Stocks?

Many tech stocks were originally considered high risk, but over the years they have found favour among investors – and form a sizeable portion of many South African offshore investment portfolios. However, at present investment paranoia around the direction of dominant tech giants has taken hold. finweek takes a look at the current landscape and where value can be found beyond the usual suspects.

The Case For Listed Property

While there are plenty of short-term risks with listed property stocks, investment expert Simon Brown still includes this sector in his long-term portfolio. He explains why.