Edward West

Multimedia Journalist, Business

Octodec Investments boosts dividends amid resilient inner-city portfolio performance

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n a year filled with resilience and strategic adaptability, Octodec Investments has redefined its approach to property management, delivering notable financial returns ...

Takealot on track for first profit since 2011, reports 57% reduction in loss at half-year

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Takealot, South Africa's largest ecommerce company, experienced a step-change in its businesses operations in the past six months

Zeda share price soars 11% - strong earnings growth in the tough automotive market

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JSE-listed Zeda, which owns the Avis brand in South Africa and 10 other African countries, saw its share price surge 11% following impressive financial results. ...

Pepkor's profits grow after driving value for customers in the tough economic environment

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Pepkor Holdings reports remarkable profit growth and strategic innovations, cementing its position as a leader in retail and fintech, despite ongoing economic challenges. ...

Invicta sees interim earnings shoot 19% despite South Africa's industrial challenges

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nvicta Holdings has demonstrated resilience in the face of South Africa's challenging industrial landscape, reporting a 19% increase in sustainable headline earnings ...

Netcare delivers strong results in 2025 amidst ongoing digital innovation in its wards

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Netcare has demonstrated strong financial performance for the year ending September 30, 2025, showcasing resilience in the face of a challenging healthcare landscape, ...

Higher hake catches and strong Lucky Star sales drives Oceana Group's profit growth

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Oceana Group's operating profit surged by 58% for the year ending September 30, driven by a remarkable turnaround in its Wild Caught Seafood segment, despite a 38% ...

Cilo Cybin Holdings' interim losses mainly the result of corporate initiatives

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Cilo Cybin Holdings experienced a 7.1% drop in share price following the announcement of interim results, revealing a taxed loss of R212.2 million primarily due ...

Jubilee Metals Group reports 65% increase in copper production in first quarter

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Jubilee Metals Group has reported a remarkable 65% increase in copper production for the first quarter of the 2026 financial year, with stable operations and no ...

SPAR Group share price declines as earnings forecast worsens

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The SPAR Group faces a challenging financial outlook, with a significant drop in share price and earnings forecast, prompting strategic initiatives to enhance operational ...

Argent Industrial reports strong interim result with 11.7% dividend increase

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Argent Industrials has announced a robust financial performance for the six months to September 30, with significant increases in revenue and dividends, prompting ...

Mantengu's allegations against JSE executives: A closer look at some of the evidence

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Mantengu has filed a criminal complaint against JSE executives, alleging share price manipulation with supporting evidence. The JSE denies the claims, stating that ...

Lewis Group's growth: 21.4% rise in operating profit and new store opening record

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Lewis Group announces a 12.3% increase in its interim dividend, driven by a 21.4% rise in operating profit and significant store expansion, despite challenging market ...

Mr Price Group's share price surges as half-year sales exceed market expectations

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Mr Price Group's recent half-year results showcase a strong performance that defies market trends, as rising profit margins and growth in sales signal resilience ...

Investec Group reports 2.5% growth in earnings amid challenging economic conditions

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Investec Group has reported a 2.5% increase in adjusted earnings per share for the six months ending September 30, showcasing resilience in a challenging macroeconomic ...

Positive earnings trajectory for Momentum Group continues into 2026

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Momentum Group has continued its positive earnings trajectory into the first quarter of the 2026 financial year, reporting normalised headline earnings of R1.76 ...

RFG Holdings reports 9.7% decline in headline earnings amid rising US tariffs

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RFG Holdings has reported a 9.7% decline in headline earnings for the year ending September 28, as the company navigates challenges posed by increased US tariffs ...

Southern Sun anticipates recovery in its hotel occupancy rates

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Southern Sun reports a promising recovery in hotel occupancies, driven by economic growth and major events in South Africa, despite ongoing challenges from high ...

Telkom SA reports 16.3% earnings growth, driven by mobile and fibre services

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Telkom SA has reported a 16.3% increase in earnings, driven by significant growth in mobile and fibre services. Despite facing economic challenges and intensified ...

Reinet Investments reports net asset value decline amid market uncertainties

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Reinet Investments reports a €6.7 billion net asset value as of September 30, 2025, reflecting a 3.7% decrease, primarily due to lower fair value estimations and ...

Coronation Fund Managers navigates South Africa's volatile savings landscape

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Explore the challenges faced by the South African savings industry in 2025 as rising unemployment and the Two-pot Retirement System contribute to ongoing contraction. ...

Barloworld reports 21% drop in headline earnings amid Saudi takeover

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Barloworld has announced a significant decline in its headline earnings and revenue as it prepares for a takeover by a Saudi consortium, raising concerns about its ...

WeBuyCars announces 20% dividend increase amid growth in SA’s used car market

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WeBuyCars Holdings has reported a 20% increase in its final dividend, reflecting strong growth in South Africa’s used car market, with revenue rising by 13% to R26.4 ...

MTN Group sees strong revenue growth across Africa in third quarter

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MTN Group's latest trading update reveals a remarkable turnaround for its Nigerian subsidiary, with positive retained income and resumed dividend payments. The telecom ...

Naspers and Prosus report strong first half earnings growth

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Naspers and Prosus report robust earnings growth for the first half of FY26, driven by strong revenue performance and strategic investments.