Shows
BizNews RadioAlec Hogg Unfiltered: Media Mavericks, SA Politics & The Truth About BizNewsIn this rare role reversal hosted by Morning Shot, BizNews founder Alec Hogg opens up about the wild beginnings of Moneyweb and BizNews, the evolution of digital journalism, and his take on South Africa’s future. Original content by Morning Shot, republished with permission.2025-06-161h 00
BizNews RadioBizNews Rugby: Juan de Jongh and Rudy Paige ruck and roll through URC insights and career reflectionsIn this week’s BizNews Rugby Show, former Springboks Juan de Jongh and Rudy Paige join insider Rory Steyn and co-host Patrick Kidd for a lively, wide-ranging conversation on the upcoming URC quarterfinals and their remarkable rugby journeys - from small-town beginnings to the world stage. They unpack the strengths and struggles of the Bulls, Stormers, Sharks and Leinster, offering sharp predictions and inside perspective on players, matchups, and playoff pressure. The duo also pay heartfelt tribute to the late Cornal Hendricks, a teammate and friend remembered with deep affection.2025-05-3029 min
BizNews RadioBizNews Rugby: Nick Mallett on Madiba; iconic Bok moments; European cup finals; and moreIn this episode of the BizNews Rugby Show, Springbok icon Nick Mallett joins Rory Steyn to relive iconic rugby moments, from a Mandela-hosted lunch celebrating 17 straight Bok wins to brilliant tries dreamt up by Henry Honiball and Rassie Erasmus. Mallett also shares unmatched insight into this weekend’s European finals, backing Bath’s power game and Bordeaux’s backline magic to light up Cardiff. With passionate praise for rising stars like Fin Smith and Louis Bielle-Biarrey, it’s a rugby lover’s dream conversation with a man who’s seen - and done - it all.2025-05-2336 min
BizNews RadioBizNews Rugby: Niels Momberg returns to talk URC crunch time, bruised Leinster, and SA Schoolboy Stars to watchIn this week’s BizNews Rugby Show, SuperSport Schools commentator and "rugby encyclopedia" Niels Momberg returns to talk all things rugby with insider Rory Steyn and co-host Patrick Kidd. With Round 17 of the United Rugby Championship kicking off today, the trio dissects the playoff permutations, offers fearless predictions (including a few upsets!), and debates the psychology behind Leinster's recent failures. Momberg goes deep on SA’s schoolboy rugby scene, spotlighting prodigies like Paarl Gim's Markus Muller and Grey College's Ethan "Tank" Adams, while also previewing two massive clashes: Paul Roos vs Paarl Gimnasium and Grey College vs Paarl Boys' High. From...2025-05-0950 min
BizNews RadioBizNews Rugby: URC insights from Glasgow Warriors captain Kyle SteynIn this episode of the BizNews Rugby Show, Glasgow Warriors captain and Scotland international Kyle Steyn joins Patrick Kidd and Rory Steyn to discuss the Warriors’ focus shift to the United Rugby Championship after a tough European exit. Kyle shares insight into preparations at Scotstoun, the challenge of facing a resurgent Zebre, and why Leinster remain the team to beat. He also gives his predictions for the URC weekend clashes—including why Edinburgh could edge the Sharks and why altitude will give the Lions an edge over Benetton.2025-04-1721 min
BizNews Power HourTransnet disaster grows; launching SA's 'active publishing model' overseas; part 2 of State Capture and the banksThis is the penultimate episode of the BizNews Power Hour. Friday (11 March 2022) will be the BPH Digest edition featuring no local news or markets, just a complication of the most downloaded interviews of the week. In this episode, editor Alec Hogg speaks to Francois Nortje, the man behind the development of the Port of Gauteng. Nortje says Transnet needs to be broken into smaller pieces and urgently privatised. Then, our London correspondent Linda van Tilburg interviews Jeremy Boraine, one of South Africa’s leading publishers from Jonathan Ball Publishers (JBP). Boraine will be taking up a post at Icon Bo...2022-03-101h 00
BizNews Power HourGetting SA's ambassador to Ukraine on the line; weekly summary of BizNews' top content; weekly harvest reportIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, our London correspondent Linda van Tilburg speaks to South Africa's ambassador to Ukraine Andre Groenewald about doing all he could to get South Africans out of the war-torn country; Justin Rowe-Roberts gives the weekly update to our partners across the border in Namibia on the Nova Business Report; BizNews' Carrie Adams catches up with Gary Jordan for the weekly harvest report; all the international business news you need to know from our partner the FT.2022-03-031h 00
BizNews Power HourIn-depth with Tim Noakes; 1600km cycle journey gets Andrew Goodhead to BNC#3; energy prices soaringIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, editor Alec Hogg has a rare and extended treat for Tim Noakes's legion of fans, millions of whom credit their improved health to his research into and promotion of the Low Carb High Fat diet, or Banting; Michael Appel has a quick catch up with BizNews tribe member Andrew Goodhead who's finally arrived at the BizNews Conference or BNC#3 in Drakensberg after a 1600km cycling journey from the Cape; our partner the FT has all the international business news you need to know. 2022-03-011h 00
BizNews Power HourBPH Digest: David Shapiro on Sasol & Amplats; Stafford Masie on crypto; Budget 101 with Heystek; BNC#3 cyclist updateIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour Digest edition, we bring you the most downloaded interviews of the week back to back. There's no local news or market update, but in this edition, our partner the Financial Times provides the latest on the worsening Russia/Ukraine situation. More interviews to look out include veteran investor David Shapiro discussing Sasol and Amplest' bumper financials; former Google SA executive Stafford Masie talks cryptocurrency; Magnus Heystek brings you the highlights of Budget 2022; an update on BizNews tribe member Andrew Goodhead's progress as his cycle journey from Cape Town to Drakensberg, for...2022-02-251h 00
BizNews Power HourHeystek on Budget 2022; Discovery's Adrian Gore; Treasury's Eskom debt plan; BNC#3 cyclist updateIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, it's Brenthurst Wealth Management founder Magnus Heystek sharing his thoughts on what came out of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's maiden Budget address on Wednesday; Discovery's Adrian Gore in conversation with Justin Rowe-Roberts on the continued expansion of their business; Godongwana on Treasury's plans to deal with Eskom's debt; Nadya Swart catches up with BizNews loyalist Andrew Goodhead who's cycling from Cape Town to the Drakensberg for the upcoming BizNews Conference; all the international business news you need to know from our partner the FT.2022-02-241h 00
BizNews Power HourWHO's tech-transfer hub in 6 African nations; former Google exec on crypto pt 2; cross-border investment considerationsIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, the MD of Afrigen Biologics and Vaccines, Prof Petro Terblanche, explains what being appointed as a World Health Organisation tech-transfer hub means for the future of vaccine manufacturing on the continent; part 2 of Stafford Masie giving a snippet of what BizNews community members can expect from his talk at the upcoming BizNews Conference in March; an update on BizNews tribe member Andrew Goodhead's cycling journey from Cape Town to the Drakensberg for #BNC3; Andrew Rissik, the International Director for Sable International warns that South Africans should ensure that their decisions about...2022-02-221h 00
BizNews Power HourFormer Google SA CEO talks crypto; DA slams Road Accident Fund; TreasuryONE's Andre Cilliers; David ShapiroIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, South African tech investor, entrepreneur, and former Google SA CEO, Stafford Masie, popped into our Johannesburg studio to give a snippet of what the BizNews tribe can expect at the upcoming BizNews Investment Conference where he's a guest speaker; the DA has slammed the Road Accident Fund's court action to stop the Auditor General from publishing its audited financials; investment doubleheader with TreasuryONE's Andre Cilliers and veteran investor David Shapiro; all your international business news from our partner the Financial Times.2022-02-211h 00
BizNews Power HourBPH: Bain's shady meeting plans exposed; Andrew Goodhead's epic 1500km cycle to BNC#3; Mulling a 4-day workweekIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Michael Appel sits down with Adv. Erin Richards to discuss what informed her latest op-ed piece detailing tainted consultancy firm Bain's mingling in potential arms procurement matters; BizNews loyalist Andrew Goodhead chats to Alec Hogg about his remarkable decision to arrive at the upcoming BizNews Conference via a 1500km cycling journey from Cape Town; our partner's the FT have a fascinating discussion about exploring the possibility of a 4-day workweek.2022-02-0941 min
BizNews Power HourBPH: David Bacher talks valuations; BizNews-inspired education innovation; CR's 2nd-term looming; Zondo's Part IIIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour our partners at the FT bring you up to date on a 20 for 1 stock split by Google's parent company Alphabet; Michael Appel unpacks some of Zondo's second report hot off the press; Linda van Tilburg talks to a BizNews-inspired Mossel Bay resident about his ambitions to fix SA's education system; Shri Pillay from the Eurasia Group ponders the certainty of a December victory for Ramaphosa at the ANC's elective conference. 2022-02-0259 min
BizNewsBPH: David Bacher talks valuations; BizNews-inspired education innovation; CR's 2nd-term looming; Zondo's Part IIIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour our partners at the FT bring you up to date on a 20 for 1 stock split by Google's parent company Alphabet; Michael Appel unpacks some of Zondo's second report hot off the press; Linda van Tilburg talks to a BizNews-inspired Mossel Bay resident about his ambitions to fix SA's education system; Shri Pillay from the Eurasia Group ponders the certainty of a December victory for Ramaphosa at the ANC's elective conference.2022-02-0259 min
BizNewsBPH - David Bacher talks valuations; BizNews-inspired education innovation; CR's 2nd-term looming; Zondo's Part IIIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour our partners at the FT bring you up to date on a 20 for 1 stock split by Google's parent company Alphabet; Michael Appel unpacks some of Zondo's second report hot off the press; Linda van Tilburg talks to a BizNews-inspired Mossel Bay resident about his ambitions to fix SA's education system; Shri Pillay from the Eurasia Group ponders the certainty of a December victory for Ramaphosa at the ANC's elective conference.2022-02-0259 min
BizNewsInspired by BizNews to fix education with a low-cost ‘granny model' – Pieter SteenekampA few years ago, BizNews challenged its readers to submit stories about their dream for South Africa. There was one resident from Mossel Bay who responded with his dream of fixing South Africa’s education system. He is Pieter Steenekamp who soon realised that you can’t fix tertiary education without doing something about primary and secondary education, so he shifted his focus to that, and opened a school called the Novel Academy for all ages in Mossel Bay. Steenekamp told Linda Van Tilburg that his school is based on the principles of an Indian education scientist, Sugar Mitra known for...2022-01-3112 min
BizNewsClive Eksteen and I chat about the Biznews Shop and its new wine offeringClive Eksteen and I chat about the Biznews Shop and its new wine offering2022-01-2732 min
BizNews Power HourBizNews Power Hour: Calls for Boris's head; Activists attack PR firms; Half hour with Helen ZilleThis episode of the BizNews Power Hour features a powerful interview with the DA's federal chair Helen Zille who looks back on the aftermath of November's Local Elections; discusses the dynamite expose of ANC cadre deployment into the judiciary; looks ahead to a probable change in SA's national government in 2024 - and shares how her party has managed to attract so much young talent. Also in this programme, our partners at the Financial Times of London explain why both allies and enemies are now calling for UK PM Boris Johnson’s head and explains why activists are targeting global public re...2022-01-131h 00BizNewsBizNews Power Hour: Calls for Boris's head; Activists attack PR firms; Half hour with Helen ZilleThis episode of the BizNews Power Hour features a powerful interview with the DA's federal chair Helen Zille who looks back on the aftermath of November's Local Elections; discusses the dynamite expose of ANC cadre deployment into the judiciary; looks ahead to a probable change in SA's national government in 2024 - and shares how her party has managed to attract so much young talent. Also in this programme, our partners at the Financial Times of London explain why both allies and enemies are now calling for UK PM Boris Johnson’s head and explains why activists are targeting global public re...2022-01-1359 min
BizNewsBizNews Power Hour: Calls for Boris's head; Activists attack PR firms; Half hour with Helen ZilleThis episode of the BizNews Power Hour features a powerful interview with the DA's federal chair Helen Zille who looks back on the aftermath of November's Local Elections; discusses the dynamite expose of ANC cadre deployment into the judiciary; looks ahead to a probable change in SA's national government in 2024 - and shares how her party has managed to attract so much young talent. Also in this programme, our partners at the Financial Times of London explain why both allies and enemies are now calling for UK PM Boris Johnson’s head and explains why activists are targeting global public re...2022-01-1359 min
BizNewsMichael Appel joins BizNews - and a two year assignment at Zondo now bearing fruitFor much of the Zondo Commission's three year public hearings, experienced journalist Michael Appel watched from inside the arena, reporting daily for news channel eNCA. Now part of Team BizNews, in this podcast Appel gives us an overview of the 800+ page first volume of Zondo's conclusions. This is an introduction to the coming week's comprehensive coverage of SA's watershed Commission into State Capture.2022-01-0717 min
BizNewsBest of 2021: ‘We want to build the Lanseria Airport of Cape Town’, says Rob HersovHis outspoken views on the South African government and what needs to change made him a fan favourite with the BizNews community. Rob Hersov – who has worked with Rupert Murdoch and Johann Rupert – joined the BizNews Power Hour to discuss his exciting African Gold SPAC.
According to Bloomberg, the SPAC is targeting gold assets on the African continent and ‘raised a more-than-expected $360m ahead of a listing in New York on Friday. The 60-year old businessman joked that his mining magnate father – Basil Hersov – laughed when he was told about his son’s latest business endeavour.
‘He really burst out laug...2021-12-2902 minBizNewsSteven Nathan sees better '22; Discovery data confirms mild Omicron; SA off Red List; BizNews portfolioA good news episode of the BizNews Power Hour with Discovery's vast database confirming the Omicron variant of Covid-19 is less threatening to humans, especially those who've been vaccinated; SA is being removed from the UK's Red List providing a late Xmas boost for its tourism sector; Steven Nathan unpacks why 2022 is likely to be a better year for SA and global businesses; and we've got a clip from today's BizNews Share portfolio webinar explaining our rationale for investing offshore - and in exponentially growing US companies whose share prices have been hit hard in recent weeks.2021-12-141h 00
BizNews Power HourSteven Nathan sees better '22; Discovery data confirms mild Omicron; SA off Red List; BizNews portfolioA good news episode of the BizNews Power Hour with Discovery's vast database confirming the Omicron variant of Covid-19 is less threatening to humans, especially those who've been vaccinated; SA is being removed from the UK's Red List providing a late Xmas boost for its tourism sector; Steven Nathan unpacks why 2022 is likely to be a better year for SA and global businesses; and we've got a clip from today's BizNews Share portfolio webinar explaining our rationale for investing offshore - and in exponentially growing US companies whose share prices have been hit hard in recent weeks. 2021-12-141h 01
BizNewsBPH: Nathan sees better '22; Discovery data confirms mild Omicron; SA off Red List; BizNews portfolioA good news episode of the BizNews Power Hour with Discovery's vast database confirming the Omicron variant of Covid-19 is less threatening to humans, especially those who've been vaccinated; SA is being removed from the UK's Red List providing a late Xmas boost for its tourism sector; Steven Nathan unpacks why 2022 is likely to be a better year for SA and global businesses; and we've got a clip from today's BizNews Share portfolio webinar explaining our rationale for investing offshore - and in exponentially growing US companies whose share prices have been hit hard in recent weeks.2021-12-141h 00
BizNews Power HourDavid Shapiro as co-host; Rob Hersov on SA's drain brain; Martin Freeman's emigration journeyIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Stuart Lowman is joined by an optimistic David Shapiro; excerpts from the BizNews spring investment conference as Martin Freeman talks about his business journey and Rob Hersov on SA's brain drain, and the BizNews Team. 2021-09-201h 00
BizNews Power HourSteven Nathan discusses Aspen, Discovery and more; BizNews Investment Conference snippets; Cilo Cybin seeks JSE listingIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Steven Nathan joins as our co-host again, discussing the results of Aspen Pharmacare, Discovery, Impala Platinum and more. Two clips from the BizNews Investment Conference gives listeners a taste of the myriad of rational perspectives shared, with snippets from GG Alcock and Mmusi Maimane. BizNews journalist Nadya Swart talks to Gabriel Theron, the CEO of Cilo Cybin - a pharmaceutical company looking to raise funding on the JSE in the next 12-18 months, and more. 2021-09-021h 01
BizNews Power HourPiet Viljoen co-host; vaccination questions answered; EWC; BizNews turns 8In this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Alec Hogg is joined by co-host Piet Viljoen; Family Action South Africa's Bernard Tuffin details why EWC and custodianship is unnecessary; Dr Duncan Carmichael addresses concerns that many have had regarding the Covid-19 vaccine and the BizNews Power Hour team celebrates turning 8 years old. Happy birthday team. 2021-08-041h 01
BizNews Power HourSteven Nathan co-host; Equites Property Fund; Eskom corruption; Berkshire AGM key takeawaysIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Alec Hogg is joined by Steven Nathan as co-host, CEO of Equites Property Fund Andrea Taverna-Turisan, Chris Yellend and Paul O'Sullivan on Eskom executives corruption saga, Charles Savage boxing for the retail traders vs Buffet and Munger, Kokkie Kooyman on Greg Abel being Buffet's successor and the BizNews team. 2021-05-041h 02
BizNews Power HourShapiro co-host; Berkshire AGM takeaways; Imps capital raise; powership corruption; Mozam updateIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Alec Hogg is joined by David Shapiro as co-host, Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger, Clive Nates on Lincoln City's capital raise, Aldworth Mbalati on the energy corruption saga, Stephen Buchanan-Clarke on Mozambique and the BizNews team. 2021-05-031h 01
BizNews Power HourKokkie Kooyman; Carly Barnes; Anton Ossip; My Octopus Teacher; Drive TimeIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Alec Hogg is joined by banking oracle Kokkie Kooyman on Remgro selling 40 million FirstRand shares, Carly Barnes from Easy Equities on JSE and US price action, CEO of Discovery Insure Anton Ossip on fixing potholes, Kyle Stroebel on My Octopus Teacher, Drive Time with Jarryd Neves and the BizNews team. 2021-04-3058 min
BizNews Power HourDavid Shapiro co-host; Helen Zille; Anthony Butler; Kevin Brady; Gidon NovickIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Alec Hogg is joined by co-host David Shapiro, Helen Zille and Anthony Butler on the South African political landscape and its complexities, Kevin Brady CEO of the A2X on stock exchanges, Lift founder Gidon Novick on Mango's demise and the BizNews team. 2021-04-291h 01
BizNews Power HourChris Logan co-host; Irnest Kaplan on US tech earnings; Paul O'Sullivan on Mike Lomas; Reyburn Hedricks on Revego IPOIn this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, Alec Hogg is joined by co-host Chris Logan, Irnest Kaplan on US tech earnings, Paul O'Sullivan on Mike Lomas arrest, Reyburn Hendricks on Revego IPO, Brad Barrit on life after rugby and the BizNews team. 2021-04-281h 01
Rational RadioBiznews Power Hour - Final Dry Run - Festive Friday 26 Feb 2021In this final "dry run" ahead of the firwt live broadcast of the Biznews Power Hour on Monday, anchor Jackie Cameron hosts Sean Peche of Ranmore Funds; Biznews forensic investigator Ane' Steytler; wine queen Carrie Adams who interviews the SA's "bubbly" champions the Ferreiras and Biznews petrolhead Jarryd Neves shares his passion by telling us about BMW's newest offering.2021-02-2856 min
Rational RadioBiznews Power Hour - Dry Run 25th February 2021Here's a "dry run" preparation for the new Biznews Power Hour which next week goes live on Fine Music Radio. and streams globally. Anchored by Jackie Cameron, this dress rehersal features her colleagues Alec Hogg, Justin Rowe-Roberts and Charl Botha; studio guest Dino Zuccollo and clips from interviews with Rob Hersov, Kevin Lings and Hylton Kallner.2021-02-2555 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Making the most of your money in 2021We kicked off discussions at this week’s BizNews Finance Friday webinar with a look at whether Bitcoin, blockchain and SA’s underperforming funds have a place in your portfolio of assets. Answering your money questions were: independent financial advisors Dawn Ridler of Kerenga Wealth Ecology, Johannesburg, and Jonathan Botha of Netto Invest, Cape Town.2021-01-2958 minRational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Making the most of your money in 2021We kicked off discussions at this week’s BizNews Finance Friday webinar with a look at whether Bitcoin, blockchain and SA’s underperforming funds have a place in your portfolio of assets. Answering your money questions were: independent financial advisors Dawn Ridler of Kerenga Wealth Ecology, Johannesburg, and Jonathan Botha of Netto Invest, Cape Town.2021-01-2958 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Your money after the year of Covid-19Independent advisors Dawn Ridler of Kerenga Wealth Ecology and Candice Paine of PR Financial Services joined us at this week's BizNews Finance Friday. We took a look back at the big money questions this year and how to plan for 2021.2020-12-041h 03Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Your money after the year of Covid-19Independent advisors Dawn Ridler of Kerenga Wealth Ecology and Candice Paine of PR Financial Services joined us at this week's BizNews Finance Friday. We took a look back at the big money questions this year and how to plan for 2021.2020-12-041h 03
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Innovative insurance, your money and your behaviourEvery Friday BizNews editor Jackie Cameron sits down with finance specialists to help smooth your investment journey. This week's attendees were in for a treat, guests included:
- Schalk Malan, the qualified actuary who is the main architect behind BrightRock’s unique human-centric life insurance. He’ll be sharing some interesting developments on innovative financial services offerings with us;
- Joburg-based financial advisor Dawn Ridler, who is popular among BizNews community members for her fiercely independent approach and incisive views on investing and personal finance; and,
- Rob Macdonald, who specialises in training financial advisors, and will s...2020-11-131h 00Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Innovative insurance, your money and your behaviourEvery Friday BizNews editor Jackie Cameron sits down with finance specialists to help smooth your investment journey. This week's attendees were in for a treat, guests included:
- Schalk Malan, the qualified actuary who is the main architect behind BrightRock’s unique human-centric life insurance. He’ll be sharing some interesting developments on innovative financial services offerings with us;
- Joburg-based financial advisor Dawn Ridler, who is popular among BizNews community members for her fiercely independent approach and incisive views on investing and personal finance; and,
- Rob Macdonald, who specialises in training financial advisors, and will share insights on the...2020-11-131h 00
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Fractional property ownership and long-term investingFractional property and long-term investments were on the agenda at this week’s BizNews Finance Friday webinar. Guests included Easy Properties Rupert Finnemore, independent financial adviser Dawn Ridler and SAIFAA's Derek Smorenburg.2020-10-2353 minRational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Fractional property ownership and long-term investingFractional property and long-term investments were on the agenda at this week’s BizNews Finance Friday webinar. Guests included Easy Properties Rupert Finnemore, independent financial adviser Dawn Ridler and SAIFAA's Derek Smorenburg.2020-10-2353 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Helping you identify ways to build your wealthCraig Gradidge, founder of award-winning financial advice company Gradidge-Mahura in Johannesburg, and global financial markets specialist Fred Razak of CM Trading join BizNews editor Jackie Cameron to discuss prescribed assets and the Robinhood hacking scandal.2020-10-1652 minRational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Helping you identify ways to build your wealthCraig Gradidge, founder of award-winning financial advice company Gradidge-Mahura in Johannesburg, and global financial markets specialist Fred Razak of CM Trading join BizNews editor Jackie Cameron to discuss prescribed assets and the Robinhood hacking scandal.2020-10-1652 min
Rational RadioRational Radio: The Purple Group's global disruption with Easy EquitiesBizNews — The Monday Noontime webinar is the only weekly webinar hosted by BizNews founder Alec Hogg. This week he was joined by Charles Savage, CEO of Purple Group, owner of the innovative retail share investing business Easy Equities. The guest investment analysts were Wilhelm Hertzog of Rosendal Partners and veteran investment analyst Mark Ingham of Ingham Analytics.2020-09-2800 min
Rational RadioRational Radio - FirstRand in focusBizNews — The Monday Noontime webinar is exclusive to BizNews Premium members. Starting at noon, it is the only weekly webinar hosted by BizNews founder Alec Hogg, with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. After positive feedback the new format is now confirmed where each programme focuses on the CEO of a company in the news as well as providing a roundup of the week's important investment-related information. This week we were joined by FirstRand CEO Alan Pullinger, with financial services specialist Kokkie Kooyman in the asset manager chair.2020-09-2100 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Prescribed assets and your retirement savingsBizNews — This week we take a look at prescribed assets and how to plan ahead for retirement. Among the experts answering your questions are: Dawn Ridler, an independent financial advisor, and Hermann Pretorius of the IRR, explains why a dry-sounding government policy on pension investments has hit the mainstream.2020-09-1800 min
Rational RadioRational Radio: Aspen CEO Stephen Saad, plus the pharmaceutical giant's investment caseBizNews — The Monday Noontime Rational Radio webinar is held weekly from noon to 1pm, exclusive to Biznews Premium members. It is the only weekly webinar hosted by BizNews founder Alec Hogg, with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. The format was adjusted this week to enable us to focus on the CEO of a company in the news as well as providing a roundup of the week's important investment-related news. We were joined by Aspen CEO Stephen Saad; and Cannon Asset Manager's Adrian Saville.2020-09-1500 min
Inside Covid-19Inside Covid-19: Could exposure to cold virus explain low SA death rate? Vaccines, child deaths. Ep 84In this episode, we hear about what driving patterns tell us about the impact of Covid-19 on the South African economy. Discovery Insure’s Head of Technical Marketing and Vitality Drive engagement, Precious Nduli, speaks to BizNews founder Alec Hogg about the effects of the national lockdown on behaviour, and how this evolved as the country began to re-open. As South African experts explore why death rates may not be as high in the country as elsewhere, an international expert speaks to BizNews about t-cells, which may account for higher immunity in township communities. Immunologist Dr Daniela Weiskopf of the Jo...2020-09-1427 min
Inside Covid-19Inside Covid-19: Could exposure to cold virus explain low SA death rate? Vaccines, child deaths. Ep 84In this episode, we hear about what driving patterns tell us about the impact of Covid-19 on the South African economy. Discovery Insure’s Head of Technical Marketing and Vitality Drive engagement, Precious Nduli, speaks to BizNews founder Alec Hogg about the effects of the national lockdown on behaviour, and how this evolved as the country began to re-open. As South African experts explore why death rates may not be as high in the country as elsewhere, an international expert speaks to BizNews about t-cells, which may account for higher immunity in township communities. Immunologist Dr Daniela Weiskopf of the Jo...2020-09-1427 minRational RadioRational Radio: SoftBank behind Nasdaq share punt; Western Cape wants to break up with SA; Altron; value sharesBizNews — The Monday Noontime Rational Radio webinar is held weekly from noon to 1pm, hosted by BizNews founder Alec Hogg with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. There are three other panelists, each of whom enjoy the spotlight for 15 minutes, discussing their topic with Alec and David, and answering questions posed by attendees.
Apart from David, this week's webinar also featured:
* Phil Craig, co-founder of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group on the Western Cape's desire to separate itself from the rest of SA.
* Irnest Kaplan, SA's leading independent tech stock analyst on Altron's...2020-09-1100 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Investing in SA and abroadBizNews — Join independent financial advisor Dawn Ridler of Kerenga Wealth Management in Johannesburg, and Deon Gouws, Chief Investment Officer at Credo Wealth, London, for a stimulating conversation on investing opportunities and risks.2020-09-1100 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Make the most of your moneyBizNews — This week, award-winning financial advisor Magnus Heystek of Brenthurst Wealth Management and stock market trading expert Brett Duncan of the Standard Bank group answered personal finance questions.2020-09-0400 min
Rational RadioRational Radio: Shapiro on Satrix China; Property; Hulamin; Phumelela; KisbyBizNews — The Monday Noontime webinar is the only weekly webinar hosted by BizNews founder Alec Hogg, with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. Three other panelists are invited weekly, each of whom enjoy the spotlight for 15 minutes during which they answer questions from attendees discussing their topic with Alec and David. This week's guests were:
* Volker Schuette, investor in Hulamin who roasted the management team at last week's Annual General Meeting.
* Patrick Duff, private equity transactor who is advising Mary Oppenheimer and Daughters in the bid for Phumelela - an offer which appears...2020-08-3100 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Your SA investments in era of Covid-19Answering money questions at the BizNews Finance Friday webinar this week are award-winning financial planner Craig Gradidge of Gradidge-Mahura Investments and Nilan Morar of online broker Easy Equities.2020-08-2853 minRational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Your SA investments in era of Covid-19BizNews — Answering money questions at the BizNews Finance Friday webinar this week are award-winning financial planner Craig Gradidge of Gradidge-Mahura Investments and Nilan Morar of online broker Easy Equities.2020-08-2800 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Investing for global South AfricansBizNews — Hunting for returns offshore. CM Trading’s Fred Razak shared insights on how to trade in financial markets, and Arran Kerkvliet, investment director at One Touch Property, is a specialist in high-yielding UK real estate.2020-08-2100 minRational RadioPhumelela's Business Rescue plan for horseracingBizNews — Covid-19 had a devastating impact on the South African horse racing industry. A R100m lifeline from Mary Oppenheimer Daughters in May this year helped shore up Phumelela, the nation’s biggest horse racing company, after the racetrack owner filed for a local form of bankruptcy protection. Brian Riley, the acting Chairman of the Racing Association (RA) and member of the Racing Restructuring Task Team and RA national board member Charles Savage joined BizNews founder Alec Hogg to give the latest from the parade ring, with a view on the future.2020-08-2000 min
Rational RadioRational Radio: Swapping banks for gold; local is lekker; Tongaat and Herd ImmunityBizNews — The Monday Noontime webinar is hosted by BizNews founder Alec Hogg, with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. Four other panelists joined this week:
* Piet Viljoen, executive chairman of RE:CM shared his "local is lekker" perspective of South African investment opportunities.
* Nick Hudson, co-ordinator of PANDA shared insights into Lockdown Level 2 and the concept of Herd Immunity.
* Dave Woollam, former banker and CA who blew the whistle on Tongaat Hulett, with a progress report after the group's last set of numbers which included news that the former CEO and other executives...2020-08-1700 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Investing for global South AfricansBizNews — How do wealthier South Africans diversify their investments? Jackie Cameron spoke to award-winning financial planner Debbie Netto-Jonker, who shares her time between SA and Australia, and bricks-and-mortar property specialist Andrew Golding, who has insights on the SA and global property markets.2020-08-1400 min
Rational RadioTim Modise asks law-enforcers: where are we on arresting corruption in South Africa?BizNews — Tim Modise, a veteran broadcaster, put your questions to the country's law-enforcers at a BizNews Thursday Noontime webinar on the subject of arresting the corruption slide that is threatening to pull the carpet out from under South Africa. Modise’s guests were the head of the country’s great hope in the fight against corruption, Special Investigating Unit head Advocate Andy Mothibi, Sipho Ngwema, the spokesperson of the National Prosecuting Authority, and Advocate Selby Makgotho of the Special Tribunal. - Nadya Swart2020-08-1400 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Investing offshoreBizNews — Jackie Cameron, BizNews editor, hosts the Finance Friday webinar. This week’s guests: Lisa Segall, director and certified financial planner at GinsGlobal and independent financial expert Dawn Ridler. The hot topic is still global diversification and the webinar also explores how to get that offshore exposure without investing more money.2020-08-1400 minRational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Investing offshoreJackie Cameron, BizNews editor, hosts the Finance Friday webinar. This week’s guests: Lisa Segall, director and certified financial planner at GinsGlobal and independent financial expert Dawn Ridler. The hot topic is still global diversification and the webinar also explores how to get that offshore exposure without investing more money.2020-08-0749 min
Rational RadioBizNews Finance Friday webinar: Investing offshoreBizNews — This week’s guests: Magnus Heystek, founder of award-winning investment boutique Brenthurst Wealth Management, and independent financial expert Candice Paine. The hot topic is still global diversification; this week, we also looked at how to get that offshore exposure without investing more money.2020-07-3100 minRational RadioRational Radio: 9m kids go hungry; Shapiro on vaccine-fuelled markets; Illegal trade boom; PANDABizNews — The Monday Noontime Rational Radio webinar is held weekly from noon to 1pm, hosted by Biznews founder Alec Hogg, with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. There are three other panelists, each of whom enjoy the spotlight for 15 minutes, discussing their topic with Alec and David, and answering questions posed by attendees.
Apart from David, this week's webinar also featured:
* Shayne Krige of PANDA - Director at Werksmans and member of PANDA, the independent group of actuaries and professionals, on the latest mortality numbers for South Africa and the Press Council complaint...2020-07-2000 minRational RadioRational Radio: David Shapiro calling spades shovels; Lockdown contractions; SAA pilots rescue planBizNews — The Monday Noontime Rational Radio is held weekly from noon to 1pm, hosted by Biznews founder Alec Hogg, with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. There are three other panelists, each of whom enjoy the spotlight, discussing their topic with Alec and David, and answering questions posed by attendees. Apart from David, this week's webinar also featured:
* Nick Hudson of PANDA - responding to the oblique mention in president Cyril Ramaphosa's speech last night (and projections of 40,000 to 50,000 covid-19 deaths) and whether the new regulations like banning alcohol and a night-time curfew...2020-07-1300 minRational RadioRational Radio: David Shapiro on 'crazy markets'; Allan Gray's new CIO; Covid-19 modelling; KisbyBizNews — The Monday Noontime Rational Radio webinar is hosted by Biznews founder Alec Hogg, with SA's favourite market commentator David Shapiro as the regular guest. There are three other panelists, each of whom enjoy the spotlight for 15 minutes. Apart from David, the webinar also featured:
* Duncan Artus - Long-time portfolio manager at Allan Gray who was last week promoted as the money managing giant's Chief Investment Officer.
* Nick Hudson - Co-founder of PANDA, the group of actuaries and other professionals who're using data to question modelling of Covid-19 pandemic in SA.
* Sean Emery - Founder of Rainfin...2020-07-0600 min
Rational RadioRational Radio: SAA uncut, snubbing God of Economics and local banking insights.Biznews founder Alec Hogg hosts the weekly Rational Radio podcast hour, which is now recorded as a webcast to allow interactive engagement with Biznews Premium members. SA's favourite market watcher David Shapiro joined as the regular guest.
The other guests June 1 included:
* Denker Capital's Kokkie Kooyman, SA's leading financial services investment analyst who revisited his brilliant call of a few weeks ago to buy banking shares (which have surged since).
* Retired airline pilot and ex chairman of the SAA Pilot's Association Jimmy Conroy who was instrumental in bringing the court case against former SAA chair Dudu Myeni...2020-06-011h 16Rational RadioRational Radio: SAA uncut, snubbing God of Economics and local banking insights.BizNews — Biznews founder Alec Hogg hosts the weekly Rational Radio podcast hour, which is now recorded as a webcast to allow interactive engagement with Biznews Premium members. SA's favourite market watcher David Shapiro joined as the regular guest.
The other guests June 1 included:
* Denker Capital's Kokkie Kooyman, SA's leading financial services investment analyst who revisited his brilliant call of a few weeks ago to buy banking shares (which have surged since).
* Retired airline pilot and ex chairman of the SAA Pilot's Association Jimmy Conroy who was instrumental in bringing the court case against former SAA chair Dudu...2020-06-0100 minRational RadioRational Radio 25 May: Disrupters vs Disrupted, Tiger Brands and Lockdown's 'burden of proof'BizNews — Biznews founder Alec Hogg hosts the weekly Rational Radio podcast hour, which is now recorded as a webcast to allow interactive engagement with Biznews Premium members. SA's favourite market watcher David Shapiro joined him as his regular guest. This week "Kasinomics" author and informal market specialist GG Alcock joined to discuss how some parts of South Africa have moved to Level One of lockdown, ignoring the central directive. Renowned value investor Piet Viljoen discussed the tragedy of the once great business Tiger Brands and updated his (successful) recent call about opportunities offered in SA shares. And...2020-05-2500 minRational RadioRational Radio: MJ picks SA's post-lockdown winning, losing sectors; Sygnia's big stake in Oxford's Covid-19 vaccineBizNews — In this episode of Rational Radio, Alec Hogg apart from the stream of questions from on-attendance Biznews Premium subscribers, regulars David Shapiro and GG Alcock have plenty to chew on as former FNB boss turned startup investor Michael Jordaan picks the economy's post-Covid-19 winning and losing sectors; and Sygnia founder Magda Wierzycka explains how her company has ended up as the biggest shareholder in the fund which owns a chunk of Oxford University's coronavirus vaccine - currently undergoing human trials and widely tipped to be the first to deliver an antidote to the virus.2020-05-0400 min
Rational RadioAlec Hogg's roadshow presentation: Investing after Budget 2020BizNews — Here is the recording of the presentation Biznews founder Alec Hogg gave during March 2020 when he provided insights into the recent National Budget, provided an update and shared changes to the top performing Biznews Share portfolio, and fielded questions from the audience.2020-03-0500 min
Rational RadioRational Radio: WeWork's SA ambitions, JSE's Cannabis play; Buy on Coronavirus dip?; KFC's top gun; and moreBizNews — Some bonus interviews in this week's historic episode of Rational Radio, broadcast for the first time from Biznews's new studio at WeWork in Sandton. The lineup, in order of appearance:
* David Woollam, accountant and shareholder activist gives perspective on Tongaat's R5.35bn sale of its Starch business - selling the crown jewels?
* Former Google SA boss and successful tech entrepreneur Stafford Masie explains why he decided to leave the start-up world to run WeWork SA.
* Kevin Shames of Bright Light Solar report back on the capital raise for this 12J company which closed last week...2020-03-0200 min
Rational RadioSLR's on Boris, Corbyn, Scotland and impact on SA of massive UK election swing.BizNews — Biznews columnist Simon Lincoln Reader has been reflecting on the historic UK election victory for Boris Johnson's Conservative Party a week ago. His conclusions are stark - Johnson himself with be closely watched by unforgiving Northerners; the defeated Corbyn may well be "convinced" by his allies to stay as Labour leader; the Scots could get their "independence" referendum but soon return to the UK with tails between legs. There are significant implications, too, for SA/UK trade opportunities and for South Africans wanting London work experience. As ever, SLR is direct and unforgiving. A must-listen from...2019-12-1900 min
Rational RadioThe Editor's Desk: Looking back at 2019… and ahead to 2020BizNews — 2019 has been many things. Dull is not one of them. From load shedding to Tongaat, there has been plenty to occupy our minds. In this episode, Alec Hogg and Felicity look back at the year that was. They discuss South Africa’s progress (or lack thereof) at a national level and look at the lessons that global events may have for us. They also discuss 2019 events in corporate South Africa and what 2020 may hold for the countries’ businesses and entrepreneurs. And, since it has been an eventful year for Biznews too, they also look back at some...2019-12-1400 minRational RadioThe Editor's Desk: Orbvest and SAA and the DA, oh my!BizNews — After hosting a webinar with Orbvest, Alec Hogg had a number of questions from the community. In this episode, he explains why Biznews does these webinars and what the relationship with Orbvest is all about. He and Felicity Duncan also discuss the strike action at SAA and the reasons why the company finds itself in the place it is in. Workers are bearing the brunt of the punishment for years of mismanagement and corruption and they’re speaking out about it. They also talk about Felicity's spat with the IRR’s Frans Cronje and...2019-11-1600 minRational RadioThe Editor's Desk: Inside the Biznews/Lebashe deal and what’s nextBizNews — This week, the Lebashe Investment Group announced the launch of its new media entity, Arena Holdings. More importantly (for us) it has signed a strategic equity partnership with BizNews. In this episode, Alec Hogg and Felicity Duncan talk about Lebashe’s acquisition of Tiso Blackstar’s media assets, the strategic thinking at Arena, and why Biznews signed on the dotted line. They also explore what this deal means for Biznews and our community. And, of course, they couldn’t resist saying a few words about South Africa’s masterful World Cup performance...2019-11-0900 min
Rational RadioThe Editor's Desk: Inside the Biznews/Lebashe deal and what’s nextThis week, the Lebashe Investment Group announced the launch of its new media entity, Arena Holdings. More importantly (for us) it has signed a strategic equity partnership with BizNews. In this episode, Alec Hogg and Felicity Duncan talk about Lebashe’s acquisition of Tiso Blackstar’s media assets, the strategic thinking at Arena, and why Biznews signed on the dotted line. They also explore what this deal means for Biznews and our community. And, of course, they couldn’t resist saying a few words about South Africa’s masterful World Cup performance.2019-11-0917 minRational RadioThe Editor's Desk: Behind our apology to Minister Fikile MbalulaBizNews — Last week, Biznews issued an unreserved apology to Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula. In this episode, Alec Hogg explains the background to the story and why Biznews has a policy of full right-of-reply. Alec and Felicity Duncan also discuss the changes Biznews has made to its model portfolio, explaining why we’re rotating into South African stocks. Alec talks about some of the feedback he has received from the community on these changes. They finish up with a discussion on what the struggles of WeWork and Uber mean for the global investment landscape.2019-10-0500 min
Rational RadioThe Editor's Desk: Behind our apology to Minister Fikile MbalulaLast week, Biznews issued an unreserved apology to Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula. In this episode, Alec Hogg explains the background to the story and why Biznews has a policy of full right-of-reply. Alec and Felicity Duncan also discuss the changes Biznews has made to its model portfolio, explaining why we’re rotating into South African stocks. Alec talks about some of the feedback he has received from the community on these changes. They finish up with a discussion on what the struggles of WeWork and Uber mean for the global investment landscape.2019-10-0523 minRational RadioNutshell: Agrizzi - chess master or genuine; Paul O’Sullivan’s unwavering mission; Trump Impeachment? WeWork or WeDon'tWork; Collaborative land re..BizNews — In this edition of Nutshell, Jared Watson tells Biznews about the files he released on Bosasa. While we are all wondering when we are going to see people in handcuffs for corruption, Forensics for Justice's Paul O'Sullivan leads the way and tells us why he is like a terrier who does not let go. We explore the story of the U.S Democrats who think that this time they may have found a way to nail President Donald Trump and impeach him with Bloomberg News White House Reporter Justin Sink weighing up what the chances...2019-09-2700 minRational RadioNutshell: WEF - SA wants direction; Opportunities in robots, population growth; Support for Tito’s plan; Psychopaths; Apple revealBizNews — In this week's Nutshell:
Xenophobia and femicide protests dampened President Cyril Ramaphosa investment drive at the World Economic Forum in Africa which is taking place in Cape Town but it gave Alec Hogg the opportunity to put questions from the Biznews community to some of the business leaders at the forum. Deloitte's Martyn Davies said the protests outside the conference centre were a sign of people wanting to see action in Southern Africa. There was widespread support among business leaders attending the WEF including that of Absa's Jeff Gable's for Finance Minister Tito Mboweni's economic turnaround...2019-09-0600 minRational RadioNutshell: Watson mystery deepens; Jooste forgiven; Tito’s turnaround plan; ETF wealth growth; Manage loan sharks; SA optimismBizNews — This week in Nutshell:
The mystery surrounding Bosasa CEO, Gavin Watson's death deepens with Judge Zondo revealing that he had asked Watson for an affidavit, as his nephew Jared speaks to Alec Hogg about his role in helping Gavin. Bernard Mostert talks about the decision of his CEO Braam van Huyssteen to forgive Markus Jooste and their quest to get Tekkie Town back. Dawn Ridler gives advice on how to grow your wealth with ETF's, while Candice Paine lifts the lid on loan sharks. And Allan Knott-Craig explains why he has adopted the attitude of "...2019-08-3000 minRational RadioRational Radio: August 28 - the full showBizNews — A cracking episode of Rational Radio this week featuring interviews, in order of appearance:
Tech entrepreneur Alan Knott-Craig gives us the back story to his well-read piece on why he has no intention of joining those on SA's emigration bus.
Independent financial advisor Candice Paine makes her first of what we hope are many appearances answering a tough financial problem being faced by a member of the Biznews Community.
Chartered accountant Jared Watson, who spent months helping put together a 400 page submission that his now late uncle Gavin, Bosasa CEO, was to hand into the SARS...2019-08-2800 minRational RadioRational Radio - The full show, 21 August 2019BizNews — In this producer's cut edition of this week's Rational Radio show in order of appearance:
Nick Smith-Saville of Debtwire (London) on Eskom - debt, recovery prospects and tax burden.
Ram Ottapathu, founder of retailer Choppies, who has been accused of using the now suspended JSE-listed company's money to buy shares for himself in a private business
Mike Wylie, outgoing chairman of WBHO on how the once tiny company has grown to be the last major construction business still standing in SA - the secret sauce (hint: five qualities they look for in people)
...2019-08-2100 minRational RadioAlec Hogg: "Why South Africa is a fat pitch for long-term investors."BizNews — On August 16, Isipingo-based shoemaking entrepreneur Rajeev Patundeen turned 50. As part of the celebrations, he invited 70 friends, family and business associates for lunch - and asked Biznews founder Alec Hogg to join them at a restaurant in Durban to explain why, at a time when gloom is pervasive, he is so positive about South Africa's future. Here's the recording of Hogg's address, one based on underlying realities facts lost in the noise dominating discourse in the young democracy.2019-08-2100 minRational RadioNutshell: The Stellenbosch Mafia; Hogan Lovells SA disintegrates; Parliament's shame over PP; CemAir strangled; Ice cream galoreBizNews — We look at a summary of the interviews featured on Biznews this week. In the spotlight are:
Pieter du Toit, the author of theThe Stellenbosch Mafia, provides interesting insights with his interviews with Johan Rupert and former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste;
Forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan says he won't rest until law firms and the companies that helped state capture come clean;
Paul Hoffman from Accountability Now, says Parliament should hang its head in shame that they are allowing the Public Protector, Busi Mkhwebane to continue;
CemAir's Miles van der Molen, a the victim of SA...2019-08-0900 minRational RadioEditor’s Desk: Truth & lies in the Agrizzi & state capture storyBizNews — The long and ugly story of state capture has been filled with competing narratives – a kind of giant game of he said/she said/they said/he said. Over the last year, the testimony of Angelo Agrizzi – who has claimed that a near-death experience convinced him to speak out on his role and the role of others in state capture – held the nation spellbound at the Zondo inquiry. But Agrizzi’s account of what happened is, after all, only one side of the story. In this episode, Alec Hogg reflects on why...2019-08-0300 minRational RadioNutshell: No innocents in tobacco industry; Big Bank challenges; Portugal property pull; Minor metals rising; Business supports Thuma MinaBizNews — This is a weekly wrap of some of the interviews featured on Biznews. In the first edition we focus on:
The revelations of Johann van Loggerenberg on the tobacco industry wars with SARS;
Nedbank lay-offs with some insight into the Old Mutual-Peter Moyo stand-of;
The prospects of Portugal as a residential property investment destination;
The impact of electrical vehicle on the mining industry; and
Efforts to bring business and the government closer together.2019-08-0200 minRational RadioPF Live: the full show - UK under Boris; O'Sullivan's take on the PP (warning - it's not pretty)BizNews — In this producer's cut of the inaugural episode of Personal Finance Live:
Biznews.com's London-based "take no prisoners" columnist Simon Lincoln Reader shares what friends and associates of say makes new UK prime minister Boris Johnson tick - and how the UK will fare under his leadership;
Orbis head of UK Dan Brocklebank shares his thoughts on investing in that country, the pound, stocks (and bonds) to be wary of and why his favourite share is Chinese; and
South African forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan unpacks what got the country's embattled Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane into the...2019-07-2300 minRational RadioSA's ETF scene explodes: What's hot, what's the next big thing in trackers - ETF heavyweight speaks to BizNews RadioBizNews — South Africa's Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are mushrooming as investors snap up exposure to global market indices and assets like gold for as little as R125/month. In 2000, the first EFT was launched. There are now about 105 ETFs and ETNs, issued by about a dozen companies, with more than R90bn invested in these funds. It is the biggest product of its type outside unit trust funds, and is bigger than the private equity and hedge fund sectors. The market capitalisation of the ETF sector jumped by about 20% over the past year. In this interview with...2019-07-1500 min
Rational RadioSA's ETF scene explodes: What's hot, what's the next big thing in trackers - ETF heavyweight speaks to BizNews RadioSouth Africa's Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are mushrooming as investors snap up exposure to global market indices and assets like gold for as little as R125/month. In 2000, the first EFT was launched. There are now about 105 ETFs and ETNs, issued by about a dozen companies, with more than R90bn invested in these funds. It is the biggest product of its type outside unit trust funds, and is bigger than the private equity and hedge fund sectors. The market capitalisation of the ETF sector jumped by about 20% over the past year. In this interview with BizNews Radio, ETF entrepreneur...2019-07-1512 minRational RadioOrbvest's story: SA Entrepreneurs turn offshore idea into a winning formulaBizNews — In this sponsored interview, the chairman and CEO of Orbvest's sat down with Biznews's Alec Hogg to unpack how a quest to diversify their own investments evolved into a fund that is now over $200m and growing fast. Successful entrepreneurs in their own right, Hennie Bezuidenhout and Martin Freeman are applying lessons learnt in their homeland to the US market with predictable and profitable consequences.2019-07-1500 minRational RadioJean Pierre Verster: Advice on Naspers offshore listing, property - and AbilBizNews — Biznews community members love Jean Pierre Verster, rating him one of their most popular investment commentators. And he certainly didn't disappoint in this week's episode of Rational Radio. In this fascinating interview he explains why five years after the collapse of Abil, the story isn't over yet - especially not for Preference Share owners. He also unpacks the options available to Naspers shareholders on the listing of its offshore assets in Amsterdam; and takes a close look at SA's bombed out property sector.2019-07-1000 minRational RadioDavid Shapiro in NYC: Soaking in US mood, a Nasdaq listing, what to buyBizNews — On Rational Radio this week, Biznews.com's Alec Hogg caught up with SA's favourite market commentator who is visiting family in New York City. David talks about the mood in the US, witnessing his first Nasdaq listing and what he has learnt about the stocks South Africans should be buying - mini-spoiler: he loves Naspers but isn't that excited about Uber.2019-07-0300 minRational RadioRational Radio 3 July - O'Sullivan, Shapiro, Milo, Galloway and MarketsBizNews — In this producer's cut of the Rational Radio show for Wednesday July 3, Biznews's Alec Hogg gets in depth with this week's guests: Unpacking corruption at Eskom with Paul O'Sullivan; Entrepreneurship with King Price founder and CEO Gideon Galloway; the mood in the US, a Nasdaq listing and investment picks with David Shapiro; and the spate of defamation actions - and a plea to introduce SLAP legislation - with SA's leading media lawyer Dario Milo. 2019-07-0300 minRational RadioBiznews Global portfolio: After October's 14% wipeout, what now?With the four year old Biznews Global Share portfolio peaking at an annualised return of 41% in September, hindsight suggests a correction was overdue. But when it arrived, the change in Mr Market's manic phase to one of deep depression came ever so quickly. Four of the portfolio's nine names took big hits in the month, led by the share price of its largest holding, Amazon.com, dropping some 22%. Biznews founder and the portfolio's manager Alec Hogg takes a close look at this stock in the wake of its quarterly results. He urges them to apply perspective, reminding us that nothing...2018-10-3047 min
Rational RadioBiznews Global portfolio: After October's 14% wipeout, what now?With the four year old Biznews Global Share portfolio peaking at an annualised return of 41% in September, hindsight suggests a correction was overdue. But when it arrived, the change in Mr Market's manic phase to one of deep depression came ever so quickly. Four of the portfolio's nine names took big hits in the month, led by the share price of its largest holding, Amazon.com, dropping some 22%. Biznews founder and the portfolio's manager Alec Hogg takes a close look at this stock in the wake of its quarterly results. He urges them to apply perspective, reminding us that nothing...2018-10-3047 min