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. This surge highlights significant shifts in market dynamics and investor sentiment…

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 ...

Markets remain bullish, while fuel prices are under pressure

Chris Harmse|Published

As geopolitical tensions rise, oil prices surge, impacting South Africa's economy and fuel prices. What does this mean for consumers and investors?

Gold’s resurgence: a hedge in an age of uncertainty

Published

Discover why gold is once again the preferred hedge for investors amidst rising geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, and what this means for South Africa's ...

Growth prospects shine in Zimbabwe and South Africa's construction markets

Tawanda Karombo|Published

Construction markets in Zimbabwe and South Africa are on a growth trajectory, with PPC poised to capitalise on emerging opportunities despite challenges in liquidity ...

What the oil price says about the Iran crisis

George Brown and Malcolm Melville|Published

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has unsettled markets, yet the reaction has been less severe than anticipated. Discover how oil prices have fluctuated amidst ...

Oil prices drop as Israel agrees to ceasefire proposal

AFP|Published

Crude prices had briefly spiked Monday morning on the prospect that Iran could retaliate to a weekend US attack on its nuclear facilities by throttling oil transport ...

SA markets under pressure as geopolitical tensions escalate and US Fed signals caution

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South African markets experienced a downturn on Thursday, influenced by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and revised growth forecasts from the ...