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2018-10-12 14:28
How to incentivise creativity
Should people in creative jobs be subject to competitive markets forces? Popular belief says no. But research suggests that competition, in fact, increases creative output - up to a point.
2018-10-12 13:34
What would Britain’s business relationship with Africa look like post-Brexit?
When Britain will no longer be the gateway to Europe, it is imperative that it strengthens its relationship with the rest of the world. Africa is key to this shift.
2018-10-10 10:34
Refining the drink of pirates
Whistler Rum is crafting rums that promise to turn this distilled liquor from a nasty mixer drink into one of the more sophisticated spirits of the decade.
2018-10-10 11:23
How to deal with cannabis in the workplace
South Africa has joined the ranks of many other countries in legalising cannabis for personal use. It is, however, an intoxicating substance and employers should have clear policies on the use of ...
2018-10-10 11:37
Is your investment worth the risk?
PSG Wealth’s Schalk Louw explains why you should be aware of risk premium in your portfolio at all times – especially in current market conditions.
Finding value in the SA construction sector
2018-10-11 10:59
Many would agree that the good times are gone for local construction companies. But according to the experts, patience can reward investors – if they pick the right companies.
Trade wars: History’s warning for the US and SA
2018-10-10 12:00
History has shown that trade wars seldom produce winners. More often than not, the results leave both sides battle-bruised, scarred and worse off.
Insight into the health of a company
2018-10-09 12:42
A company’s financial reports help investors decide whether they want to invest in it. But a delay in publishing is a huge red flag, and usually means a lack of adequate checks within the company.
Treating taxpayers’ money with respect
2018-10-08 12:46
The ANC is not, as many suggest, led by Marxist-style leaders. Instead, the governing party is anchored in the type of democratic socialism found in Scandinavian countries. But with one major dif ...
Quiz #201: 8 - 15 October
2018-10-08 11:00
We’re giving away a copy of To Survive and Succeed by Khusta Jack. For your chance to win, complete our latest quiz.
South Africa
Oct 17 2018 12:49
Read the full report by Judge Robert Nugent on the commission of inquiry into tax administration and governance at SARS.
World
Oct 17 2018 21:21
As the most liquid emerging market, our currency, equities and bonds ebb and flow in tune with global markets, this begs the question, what is driving global markets?
Money Clinic
Aug 17 2018 21:04
A Fin24 user wants to know what the fundamental difference is between a money market unit trust and an income unit trust.
Entrepreneurs
Oct 13 2018 08:00
Mohan Vaswani’s father, who started selling textiles in 1948 from a shop the size of a shipping container in a small town in Indonesia, once told him, “One day you will operate across the world.”
Markets
Oct 17 2018 19:01
The JSE erased earlier gains to close weaker on Wednesday as blue-chip stocks withered.
Companies
Oct 17 2018 15:29
Tesla has secured land in Shanghai for first electric car factory outside the United States.
Investments
Oct 07 2018 15:52
Individuals can essentially become independent power producers by buying a solar panel, which feeds into the national grid.
Tech
Oct 17 2018 16:56
A US judge has approved Tesla and CEO Elon Musk’s $40m settlement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, resolving government claims that Musk misled the public with a flurry of tweets about a plan to take the company private.
Finweek
Oct 12 2018 14:28
Should people in creative jobs be subject to competitive markets forces? Popular belief says no. But research suggests that competition, in fact, increases creative output - up to a point.