SA billionaire Koos Bekker banks R2.5 billion in Naspers Prosus share sales

Ashley Lechman|Updated

South African media magnate Koos Bekker has sold R2.5 billion worth of Naspers and Prosus shares to fuel his family’s hospitality developments across South Africa Europe and the UK.

As US battles China on AI, some companies choose Chinese

AFP|Published

Despite considerable geopolitical tensions, Chinese open-source AI models are winning over a growing number of programmers and companies in the United States.

Asian markets rally with Wall St as rate hopes rise, AI fears ease

AFP|Published

Investors were back in the saddle for the final business days before Christmas, having had a minor wobble earlier in the month on concerns that the Federal Reserve ...

China's MetaX soars 755% on debut on hopes for domestic chipmakers

AFP|Published

Both firms make the advanced chips known as graphics processing units (GPUs) which run and train artificial intelligence tools.

Key economic indicators to be released keep financial markets uncertain - Chris Harmse

Chris Harmse|Published

Financial markets globally are on edge as they await critical US economic data, with analysts predicting significant impacts on interest rates and investment strategies. ...

Rolex and Cartier outperform stocks as local investors seek safe assets

Ashley Lechman|Published

Amid rand volatility and sluggish economic growth, South Africans increasingly bought Rolex watches, Cartier jewellery, and Hermès handbags as alternative assets. ...

Gold briefly soars past $4 000; why the record is a sign of uncertainty

Washington Post|Published

Gold has surpassed $4,000 per ounce for the first time, marking a nearly 50% increase this year as investors flock to this safe haven amid rising economic uncertainty. ...

Gold on bull run as investors seek safe haven

Philippa Larkin|Published

Gold prices have climbed above $3,970 an ounce as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid political turmoil in France and the ongoing US government shutdown. With ...

Bitcoin hits record high above $125 000

AFP|Published

Bitcoin has soared to a new record high, surpassing $125 000, as investors seek safe havens amid US government uncertainties.

South African financial markets ended strong in reaction to US non-farm payrolls

Chris Harmse|Published

Discover how the JSE and Rand responded to the latest US non-farm payrolls, reflecting a significant shift in market sentiment and what it means for South Africa's ...

Bitcoin hits new peak touching $124 500

Philippa Larkin|Published

Bitcoin has soared to a new peak of $124 500, driven by favourable US legislation and rising equities. What does this mean for the future of cryptocurrency?

All Share index remains bullish despite Trump’s tariffs

Chris Harmse|Published

The JSE All Share index hits a new record, reaching 101 034 points, as equities soar despite the looming threat of Trump’s tariffs. What does this mean for South ...

Rand stabilises at R18/$1 as looming US tariffs raise economic concerns

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Following a turbulent weekend, the South African rand stabilises around R18. 00 to the US dollar as the nation grapples with the implications of a looming 30% tariff ...

Purpose at the pinnacle: Why boards must reclaim organisational intent

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Are boards doing enough to embed purpose into their governance structures? As organisations face fast-evolving challenges, reclaiming purpose may no longer be optional ...

Rand moves towards R18 to dollar amid market uncertainty

Philippa Larkin|Published

As the rand inches closer to R18 to the dollar, investors brace for the impact of looming American tariffs on South African goods

JSE-listed equities continue upward trajectory in the second quarter - Anchor Capital

Philippa Larkin|Published

JSE-listed equities have surged by 9. 7% in the second quarter of 2025, following a strong opening quarter, according to Nolan Wapenaar and Peter Armitage from Anchor ...

Bitcoin surges past $123 000 key mark in key milestone

Philippa Larkin|Published

Bitcoin has surged past $123 000, doubling its value in a year. What factors are driving this remarkable rise, and what does it mean for the future of cryptocurrency? ...

JSE reaches new heights as rand strengthens

Chris Harmse|Published

The JSE All Share index reached a record high for the third consecutive week, rising by 1. 38% to 97,128 points. Despite geopolitical tensions, South Africa's market ...

The great Bitcoin power shift has large holders dumping 500 000 coins

Bloomberg|Published

Discover how a significant shift in Bitcoin ownership is reshaping the $2. 1 trillion market, as long-time whales sell off 500,000 coins to institutional players. ...

South Africa's markets gain momentum as rand strengthens and trade surges

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's financial markets show signs of optimism as the rand strengthens against the US dollar, supported by positive economic data and political stability ...