4th Quarter 2025 GDP – completes the weak-albeitimproved 2025 picture, reflecting an economy not yetgearing itself up for serious long-term growth. Real GDP (Gross Domestic Product) showed a mild improvement in2025, compared with 2024. But another year of weak capitalexpenditure and heavy dependence on consumption spending stilldoesn’t seriously address the country’s long-term growthlimitations.THE KEY NUMBERSFourth…
Standard Bank Group (the Group) reported headline earnings of R49.2 billion and delivered a return on equity (ROE) of 19.3%, at the top end of the Group’s 2025 ROE target range of 17% to 20%. The banking businesses delivered a strong performance driven by solid balance sheet growth and robust growth in fees and trading…
The team at Satrix has clearly been busy. They’ve launched two brand new ETFs to help South Africans tweak their exposure to offshore markets. If you’re ready to learn more about Europe and Japan, then you’re in the right place. Why does it matter? For most South African investors, offshore exposure is really just a…
Standard Bank is pleased to announce its role as Headline Sponsor of the 2026 Buy Local Summit & Expo, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to strengthening the domestic economy through localisation and SME empowerment. South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) remain the backbone of the country’s economic resilience, driving innovation, job creation, and inclusive growth….
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) joined the global community in marking World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development. Recognised by UNESCO, the day, which is observed on 4 March, highlights the vital role engineers play in addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including climate change, rapid urbanisation, and the pursuit of sustainable development. This year’s theme,…
Nestlé BarOne is bringing Big BarOne Energy to shoppers nationwide with a bold new ‘Buy 2 & Win Big’ challenge. From February to April, consumers who purchase any two Nestlé BarOne chocolate bars can stand a chance to win instant prizes and major cash rewards worth over R500,000, turning everyday BarOne moments into opportunities to…
Disposable sanitary pads have been in the spotlight following a recent study by the University of the Free State (UFS), which raised concerns about toxic chemical traces found in some disposable sanitary pad brands. The findings have sparked important conversations about menstrual health and safety, prompting many to reconsider whether reusable menstrual products could offer…
Mahindra Fusion Fest returned this year bigger, bolder, and more immersive, bringing together thousands of fans, artists, and creators for one of South Africa’s most distinctive celebrations of music, fashion, and art. What began as a bold cultural experiment last year has quickly evolved into a national platform that celebrates creativity while connecting communities across…
FNB is proud to announce that it is on track to launch Smart ID Card application services, following successful testing. The service will soon be made available to the public, marking a significant milestone in FNB’s longstanding collaboration with the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). This expansion follows the DHA’s announcement earlier this year of…
⛽ Fuel Price Forecast for April 🌍 Global Factors Driving Costs 📊 Market Impact ⚠️ Outlook This article is adapted from MSN News reporting, with full credit to the original writers. Jozi Captions provides summaries and contextual analysis for our readers.
