Rate reprieve will lift holiday spirits after a tough year, says FNB
“While many factors indicated the possibility of a rate hike today, the Reserve Bank’s decision to hold…
"This award is testament to the meticulous work put in by our employees. Our commitment to resolving customer disputes in a fair and equitable manner, is aligned to our brand promise of being Helpful," says FNB CEO Jacques Celliers.
“While many factors indicated the possibility of a rate hike today, the Reserve Bank’s decision to hold…
"Understanding that business and leisure travellers prioritise fast-track services, lounge access, and…
“Clarity brings the independent investor to a place where they’ll have the best of Investec’s capabilities…
"We are immensely grateful to our clients for voting us the retail bank with the best customer servicing…
“structural supply constraints around infrastructure and electricity remain a key challenge to operating in the South African business environment. However, the decline in the RMB/BER Business Confidence Index also reflects underlying demand weakness," says Isaah Mhlanga, Chief Economist and Head of…
Conditions in the SA manufacturing sector deteriorated at the end of the third quarter. This is according…
“The average nominal pay for August reached R15 578, representing a 5.8% increase on the R14 717 recorded…
"Elaborating on recent research, it has shown that about 43% of South African households are run by single…
For years, the businesses that form the backbone of commerce in townships have operated from garages,…
"After months of engagement, we are pleased to have signed the deal, which enables us to further sustainably scale, diversify revenue and client base while de-risking our balance sheet. This further delivers on our 'Excelerate25' strategy to expand our core and establish our footprint in the business…
"It was a complex project, but the end result is ground-breaking because we were able to design the system…
“Stephen’s credentials as a dynamic executive across a wide range of disciplines is impeccable. His passion…
One bank (Bank of Communications (BoCom)), the Board said, has been added to the list of G-SIBs that were identified in 2022, and two banks (Credit Suisse and UniCredit) have been removed.
"We have set measurable standards for the banks, which have reflected our values in promising to deliver…
"The electricity market has been liberalised, and many new investments have followed. Given the new capacity…
"Both winners demonstrated exceptional dedication to driving safely. They not only ensured that they would deliver goods and people on time, but they also prioritised safe driving practices while remaining vigilant to safeguard their fellow road users," says Olivia Kumalo, the Key Accounts Manager at…
"From a local investor’s perspective, unit trust flows have recently also predominantly moved into more…
"From a local investor’s perspective, unit trust flows have recently also predominantly moved into more…
Momentum Metropolitan has announced the appointment of Dumo Mbethe as Executive Director to the Momentum…
“It is difficult to imagine that in the face of extreme heat, we can continue business as usual and send…
"There is a clear gap in the local capital markets for Shari'ah-compliant products – with significant available funds and limited investment opportunities. The ZAR Al-Ijara Sukuk begins to bridge this gap for the Islamic Finance Institutions and establishes a benchmark from both a structural and pricing…
“By working closely with Africa Climate Ventures, we believe we can turn climate change from a potential…
"Absa continues to be at the forefront of digital innovation in Trade, as a mechanism of increasing the…
"At RMB, we remain committed to playing our part in Africa’s energy transition, by supporting companies…
“Absa is privileged to have advised and financed Infinity Power on the acquisition of the pan-African…
"Receiving a bonus is an exciting event and a time for celebration to recognise the hard work you put in throughout the year. However, it also offers us an opportunity to achieve our financial goals. When we think about spending the money, we need to do so responsibly," says Dhashni Naidoo, FNB Consumer…
As much as it can be a good time to get a good bargain and buy something that you have had your eye on…
When we invest, we must consider what we are trying to achieve before making that investment decision,…
"High food inflation is driving higher grocery spend, which is particularly impacting the mass market client group – who are spending almost 50% more now, than they did in 2019 on their groceries," are the highlights of a report developed by Visa and Discovery Bank and published today.
"The increase in travel is especially encouraging given that many consumers were unable to travel in…
The launch of the TymeBank CreditCard is a significant step in our growth phase and is in line with our…
"Real-time location analytics stand out as a key component in this new approach. Financial institutions map their customers' data, analyse geographical patterns, and derive valuable insights into their behaviours and preferences," says Charl Fouché is Chief Operations Officer, AfriGIS.
"Traditional banking institutions often charge exorbitant fees for currency conversion and international…
"The importance of the US to South Africa is once again emphasised by the US cementing its second place…
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