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2018-12-11 10:21
How to unlock hidden talent
Some people’s potential is immediately identifiable, but there are some employees with potential that may not be as obvious to management. But companies can provide them with opportunities to shine.
2018-12-05 14:38
Marketing that touches people’s lives
Joe Public United has firmly established itself as one of South Africa’s leading advertising and marketing agencies, thanks to its focus on the growth of its people, its clients and the country.
2018-12-05 14:05
Looking beyond the usual ratios
Reporting ratios are important indicators that show growth within a company and help to compare it with peers. But if you’re serious about investing, you should be digging even deeper by crunchin ...
2018-12-05 11:47
Why value is starting to emerge on the JSE
We experienced a very rare event this month: the fact that the money market outperformed the JSE over a rolling five-year period, writes Schalk Louw. He takes a closer look at the stats to determ ...
Vukile: A tale of two portfolios
2018-12-05 16:31
Half of Vukile Property Fund’s assets are now offshore, reports finweek journalist Glenda Williams. She takes a closer look.
Lower real estate costs make a huge difference
2018-12-03 12:37
With its scalable business model, PropertyFox has been giving home sellers more bang for their buck since launching in 2016.
Fiat Chrysler sharpens focus on South African market
2018-12-03 12:19
The multinational carmaker is aiming to rapidly expand locally through restructuring, dealer consolidation and new vehicles.
Quiz #205: 3 - 10 Decemeber
2018-11-28 16:43
This week, we are giving away a copy of “The Dichotomy of Leadership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. For your chance to win, complete our latest quiz.
The importance of our teachers
2018-11-29 09:38
The idea that teachers have a powerful influence over their students is not new, but proving the link between a teacher’s expectations and a student’s outcomes has been difficult. Until now.
A tax-savvy way to use your portfolio in retirement
2018-11-29 10:09
If you are looking to generate investment income in retirement, high-yielding dividends are an obvious choice. But it may not always be the best one.
South Africa
Dec 12 2018 21:53
Retail sales over Black Friday and Cyber Monday most likely "saved" the SA economy in November, according to the BankservAfrica Economic Transaction Index.
World
Dec 13 2018 07:15
France's 10-year borrowing costs climbed to their highest level compared with Germany in a year and a half on Tuesday, as French President Emmanuel Macron announced spending measures in a bid to restore calm after weeks of violent protests.
Money Clinic
Nov 10 2018 18:15
Donations tax is tax payable at a flat rate on the value of property disposed of by donation. Find out whether it should be included in your tax returns.
Entrepreneurs
Dec 02 2018 17:06
There are still some opportunities for SMEs during a recession, as certain business sectors have been known to weather periods of low economic growth.
Markets
Dec 12 2018 08:06
The rand started the day out at R14.30/$ despite losing more ground on Tuesday where, at one stage, it was trading more than 4.5% weaker against the dollar over the past few trading sessions.
Companies
Dec 12 2018 22:04
African airlines are expected to report a $300m net loss in 2019, according to the International Air Transport Association.
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
Dec 10 2018 11:18
Uber will launch a call centre in South Africa to provide phone support to passengers and drivers around the clock.
Finweek
Dec 11 2018 10:41
Paul Hansen, adviser to Stanlib, explains in a Q&A why he believes the bull market in global equites is still alive.