AI, chips boom sent South Korea exports soaring in 2025

AFP|Published

Total exports last year were valued at over $700 billion, according to data from Seoul's industry ministry, up 3.8 percent from the previous year.

Cyber security in 2026: Where the next wave of threats will strike

Richard Ford|Published

Threat actors will move faster, using AI offensively to mimic human behaviour, and exploit systems in ways traditional defences cannot keep up with.

Investing in 2026 will demand judgment amid opportunities, says deVere CEO

Ashley Lechman|Published

This upcoming financial year presents a landscape ripe for discerning investors. With a concerted focus on execution, leadership analysis, and a proactive approach ...

Looking into the crystal ball: The SA economy in 2026

Prof Raymond Parsons|Published

Based on the latest data available, the economy enters 2026 on a ‘note of caution optimism’ about the outlook for next year.

Chilean firms partner to form giant company to exploit lithium

AFP|Published

The partnership between the firms will allow them to jointly ramp up the exploitation of lithium in the Atacama salt flat region of northern Chile.

China's BYD poised to overtake Tesla in 2025 EV sales

AFP|Published

The two groups are expected soon to publish their final figures for 2025, and based on sales data so far this year, there is almost no chance the American company ...

Aspen to divest Asia Pacific operations in R26.5 billion value unlocking deal

Ashley Lechman|Published

Aspen Pharmacare has announced a major R26.5 billion transaction that will see its Asia Pacific business sold to Australian private investment firm BGH Capital as ...

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 ...

Nvidia expands AI empire with Groq talent grab

AFP|Published

Under the agreement, Groq founder Jonathan Ross and president Sunny Madra, along with other team members, will join Nvidia to help develop and scale the Groq's technology. ...

Cosatu demands urgent action as NTI workers await overdue salaries

Ashley Lechman|Published

As NTI workers continue to languish in financial distress, COSATU's fervent calls for government intervention reflect a broader struggle for justice and dignity. ...

China sanctions 20 US firms over Taiwan arms sales

AFP|Published

The United States has long been Taiwan's biggest arms supplier despite China viewing the democratic island as part of its territory and refusing to rule out using ...

An entrepreneur’s guide to spotting market gaps that matter

Ashley Lechman|Published

Discover the key strategies to identify market gaps that truly matter. Learn from industry experts on how to transform your passion into a sustainable and profitable ...

Judge upholds Trump's $100k fee to process US tech visas

AFP|Published

The $100,000 application fee announced in September gave companies just 36 hours notice before it went into effect, triggering chaos and confusion over how it would ...

Sectional title boom sweeps KwaZulu-Natal as buyers embrace estate living

Ashley Lechman|Published

According to RE/MAX, more South Africans are recognising the lifestyle and financial benefits of shared ownership models, particularly in high-demand coastal estates. ...

Low economic growth keeps consumers cautious

Nicola Mawson|Published

Economists are divided on the outlook for consumers, with Old Mutual chief economist Johann Els taking a more positive stance. He says low inflation and lower interest ...

Greylisting isn’t the only test of South Africa’s financial system

Harry Scherzer|Published

South Africa will finally be removed from the list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, more than two years after it was flagged for deficiencies in combating ...

Rare 1902 gold Veldpond to be auctioned at Bassani’s Auction House

Staff Reporter|Published

On 27 April, collectors and history enthusiasts can bid on the rare 1902 Gold Veldpond at Bassani’s Auction House, a coin revered as the ‘holy grail’ of South African ...

Now’s the time for active investing to prove its value

Richard Oldfield|Published

All investment should rest on deliberate decisions, including consideration of risk.

Smart planning: assets that don’t attract estate duty

Sherry Tapfuma|Published

Upon the policyholder’s death, the proceeds are paid directly to the named beneficiaries, avoiding estate duty and the estate administration process.