In his final podcast for 2023, Peter Brook shares insights from the HSBC South African Macro Conference. Highlights include government's openness and expertise, Cyril Ramaphosa's positive role in creating pockets of excellence, and surprising developments at Eskom due to the photovoltaic rollout and private sector collaboration. He further discusses the prospect of political choices affecting structural reforms for growth, while raising concerns about declining municipalities and the upcoming 20...
Dec 13, 2023•5 min
Arthur Karas, on 702’s The Money Show this week, delves into the twists and turns in today's financial landscape. From the JSE's surprising rebound to the impact of global inflation on market trends, this interview is a must-listen for anyone navigating the financial terrain. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin .
Dec 12, 2023•4 min
In the first of our Investment Alchemy podcast series with Moneyweb, our Head of Global Urvesh Desai talks to Simon Brown about the ongoing uncertainty around geopolitics and interest rates heading into 2024 and the edge that quantitative brings during uncertain market environments, as evidenced by the performance of the Old Mutual Global Managed Alpha Fund. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin .
Dec 07, 2023•15 min
In this week’s podcast, Peter Brooke provides a unique bottom-up perspective on the challenges facing the South African economy. Drawing from his experience, Peter illustrates the real-world impact of issues like load-shedding, highlighting the ripple effect on costs, supply chain disruptions, and even quality control. Tune in for a deeper understanding of the intricacies shaping South Africa's economic landscape. Have our latest investment-related podcasts sent directly to your mobile. Subscrib...
Dec 06, 2023•3 min
Siboniso Nxumalo, CIO at Old Mutual Investment Group, shared his optimistic outlook on South Africa's economy during an interview with Motheo on Radio 702's The Money Show. In this discussion, Siboniso also provided a comprehensive overview of the market dynamics, shedding light on the performance of various sectors, including resources, industrials, and financials. He also delved into notable market events, such as Aspen's strategic move into Asia and Capitec's independent foray into the insura...
Dec 05, 2023•7 min
Peter Brooke had an insightful conversation on the latest market trends with Bruce Whitfield on The Money Show yesterday. While Standard Bank holds strong, the real excitement lies in small caps. Companies like Oceana, Invicta and Zeda are making waves. Peter highlighted the potential in undervalued South African small caps with offshore assets. Despite economic challenges, these companies are showing resilience and offer exciting opportunities. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Nov 28, 2023•4 min
In today’s podcast, Peter Brooke delves into the intricacies of the South African economy, exploring the impending elections and the possible coalition governments. He also looks at the report by economist Ricardo Hausmann, shedding light on the 15-year growth slowdown and the urgent need for state capability. Despite economic woes, Peter identifies positive shifts and discusses opportunities in green energy and spatial development. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Nov 21, 2023•4 min
On this week’s The Money Show on Radio 702, Meryl Pick discussed Netcare’s resilience, Omnia’s cyclical challenges and Astral Foods’ battles against industry-specific calamities. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin .
Nov 21, 2023•8 min
In this macro perspective episode, Peter Brooke discusses the surprising performance of gold this year – proving its resilience. Despite a strong dollar and rising interest rates, physical gold has delivered a 7% return in US dollars and an impressive 18% return for South African investors due to the weak rand. In the short term, gold serves as a protective asset against a slowing world economy and geopolitical risks, which could be good news for South African equities, where gold shares constit...
Nov 15, 2023•4 min
Portfolio Manager Arthur Karas discussed the current landscape of the telecom, gold mining, and food industries on 702’s The Money Show this week. Arthur highlighted the shift in user behaviour from less voice to more data, Harmony's strong performance that is sparking interest, and Premier Foods appearing to weather the storm better than Tiger Brands. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin .
Nov 14, 2023•4 min
Markets have experienced a rebound driven by overselling and underweight positioning, but we shouldn’t be reading too much into it. In his Interview on 702’s The Money Show this week, Portfolio Manager Peter Brooke shared his view on the current market recovery and highlighted the undervaluation of South African assets, indicating the possibility of good real returns from SA bonds, equity, and property. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Nov 07, 2023•5 min
The medium-term budget policy statement (MTBPS) tabled today revealed a sharp deterioration in fiscal metrics, aligning with expectations. Despite negative revisions, the budget is deemed realistic, considering the current circumstances. While reflecting challenging economic realities, the MTBPS outlines a pragmatic approach to financial management, emphasising consolidation, realistic assumptions, and strategic fiscal policies. For more in-depth analysis, tune in to our podcast episode by Peter...
Nov 01, 2023•3 min
This week on 702’s The Money Show, Portfolio Manager Meryl Pick discussed critical market insights, exploring the ambitious claims of Noel Quinn, CEO of HSBC, about the China property crisis, and the challenges faced by MTN in Nigeria's volatile market. Additionally, Meryl shared her cautious stance on Pick and Pay, emphasising the complexities of market turnarounds and the need for a watchful eye in this competitive landscape. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Oct 31, 2023•7 min
On 702’s The Money Show this week, Portfolio Manager Peter Brooke, discussed several key developments in the South African market, highlighting the dynamic nature of its financial landscape, as well as challenges and opportunities for investors and businesses. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin .
Oct 24, 2023•5 min
This week on 702’s The Money Show, our CIO, Siboniso Nxumalo, discussed the current state of the South African economy, focusing on the declining commodity prices. He highlighted the impact of lower prices of platinum group metals (PGMs) on SA's fiscal revenue, noting declining income tax and royalty contributions. Nxumalo's insights shed light on the complexities facing our economy and the need for prudent financial planning. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Oct 17, 2023•5 min
Peter Brooke, along with other industry peers, attended a meeting with Deputy President Paul Mashatile, discussing the state of South Africa's business landscape. In this podcast Peter highlights the value of government-business dialogues in improving sectors such as energy, transport, and tackling crime. Tough times ahead, but dialogue is key. Have our latest investment-related podcasts sent directly to your mobile. Subscribe here . Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Oct 10, 2023•4 min
Our Head of Equity Research, Meryl Pick, was on 702’s The Money Show sharing insights on what is happening in the Middle East and the financial implications. The immediate impact is seen on oil prices due to geopolitical tension, which could lead to potential inflation. Meryl advises that it is important to evaluate dependencies on affected regions like Israel; assess potential impacts on supply chains, tech startups, and exports. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Oct 10, 2023•5 min
In a recent interview on The Money Show Peter Brooke delves into Pick n Pay's challenging situation, marked by a significant share price drop and the appointment of Sean Summers as Chief Executive after 17 years. Brooke emphasises the importance of long-term strategic decisions in the retail sector, cautioning against hasty turnarounds and highlighting the need for evidence-backed changes. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Oct 03, 2023•6 min
In this podcast, Peter Brooke, discusses the current macroeconomic and market conditions, highlighting the challenges posed by rising interest rates, high oil prices, and weaker economic data, particularly in the Eurozone. Have our latest investment-related podcasts sent directly to your mobile. Subscribe here . Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Sep 26, 2023•4 min
There are several positive themes driving investment in the uranium industry, the most important being the green energy transition followed by multipolarity. Peter Brooke delves into the compelling case for uranium investment. He talks about the outlook and supply issues concerning this commodity. Listen to the full podcast for more on the future of the uranium market. Have our latest investment-related podcasts sent directly to your mobile. Subscribe here . Thanks for listening! Follow us on Li...
Sep 19, 2023•3 min
What made top of the news yesterday was the Bob van Dijk stepping down as CEO of Naspers and Mondi finally selling off the last of its Russian operations. Our CIO, Siboniso Nxumalo, was on 702's Money Show sharing his views on these and other market-related topics. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin .
Sep 19, 2023•7 min
This week on 702’s The Money Show, Arthur Karas talked about mining stocks, currency trends, the performance of specific companies, and provided insights into the current economic landscape. Markets have experienced a 1% decline for the month, while mining stocks saw some rebound due to several factors. Prosus and Naspers showed positive performance in the market, suggesting that improvements in China's economic activity could benefit these companies. Weakness in emerging market currencies is at...
Sep 12, 2023•6 min
In this podcast, Peter Brooke discusses the quarterly unit trust statistics for Q2 2023 in South Africa and reflects on the changes in the country's savings industry over the years. Looking back 20 years ago, he notes that the industry has grown significantly, with total assets now reaching R3.4 trillion, primarily driven by compounding returns. Despite the industry's growth, the number of unit trust accounts has only increased from two million to three million over two decades, suggesting limit...
Sep 12, 2023•4 min
On 702 Money Show this week Peter Brooke discussed the influence of ongoing stimulus measures in China, the ripple effect on mining sectors, and the South African market's unique challenges, including the impact of load-shedding on food manufacturing companies. Additionally, Peter touched on the South African rand's fluctuation and its connection to local economic factors, such as debt, profit, and global commodity prices. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Sep 06, 2023•5 min
Siboniso Nxumalo was on the 702 Money Show discussing the resources’ recent bounce back, after being under immense pressure this year, especially when looking at the platinum group metals. He also shared his views on the Italtile results, which came out weak. They reported a profit decline of 15%. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin .
Aug 29, 2023•4 min
In this week’s podcast, Peter Brooke talks about the recent news flow that is adding weight to many of our investment themes. First is South Africa’s inflation, which came out better than the consensus at 4.7%, adding to the view that rate cuts could be the next big theme to unfold. He also touches on the recent BRICS summit, which took place in Johannesburg and closes off with the growing impact of politics on markets. Have our latest investment-related podcasts sent directly to your mobile. Su...
Aug 29, 2023•4 min
Peter Brooke discusses the economic situation in China and addresses the comparison between China's current state and Japan's past economic challenges in the 1990s. While some aspects of the "China is Japan" narrative hold true, there are significant differences and opportunities in China's situation. An International Monetary Fund (IMF) paper published this month, attempts to unpack the assets China holds to offset its huge debt burden of nearly 300% of GDP. They estimate that China has the mos...
Aug 24, 2023•5 min
Meryl Pick delves into the recent market dynamics, including the recovery bounce on the JSE after a series of challenging days and the complex interplay of global commodities. With a focus on China's growth trajectory, Meryl offers insights into the challenges faced by regulators and the potential impact on the economy. From the intricacies of consumer-led growth to the implications for global markets, we explore the multifaceted landscape of investments. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linke...
Aug 22, 2023•8 min
In this episode, Peter Brooke digs deeper into how valuations impact future returns. Valuations might seem like mere blips on the radar in the short term, but their effect increases over time. Looking at the economy, profits and the ongoing load-shedding challenge, things do not look good in the short-term. But the big de-rating in SA assets is creating a rosier outlook in the long term. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linkedin ....
Aug 15, 2023•4 min
Siboniso Nxumalo, provides valuable insights into Sasol's situation given its underwhelming performance. The discussion delves into whether Sasol's struggles are indicative of broader trends within the market, highlighting the challenges many businesses face in the current economic climate. The conversation expands to compare the performance of South African companies with their counterparts in other African nations. A deeper analysis reveals variations in growth, economic conditions, and the ch...
Aug 15, 2023•9 min
