Luxury watches: A smarter investment than real estate?

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a market that is evolving, South Africans may be faced with a choice: cling to the past with traditional real estate investments or embrace the emerging trend of luxury watches that are not only status symbols but viable alternatives for wealth ac…

Food baskets ease slightly in September but families still cannot afford enough

Ashley Lechman|Published

The September 2025 Household Affordability Index reveals a complicated landscape of rising food costs and stark regional disparities, shedding light on the financial ...

SA Reserve Bank holds fire, leaves key interest rates unchanged

Ashley Lechman|Published

Sarb Governor Lesetja Kganyago delivered the news during his address on Thursday citing the inflationary environment in the country.

Balloon payment uptake surges as affordability pressures mount for South African car buyers

Ashley Lechman|Published

As car buyers in South Africa face increasing affordability challenges, the use of balloon payments is on the rise. Discover how this financing option is shaping ...

South Africa's CPI inflation falls to 3. 3%, indicating potential rate cut tomorrow

Ashley Lechman|Published

This shift has heightened expectations for a potential cut in the repurchase rate (repo rate) at tomorrow’s South African Reserve Bank's (Sarb) Monetary Policy Committee ...

The power of saying no: why not every deal is worth it

Zunaid Moti|Published

The truth is, saying no can be one of the most powerful business moves you can make. Not every deal is a good deal, not every partnership is worth the handshake, ...

Unmarried couples: who gets what on the death of a partner?

Staff Reporter|Published

Family disputes over assets are common after a death, and for unmarried couples, the stakes can be even higher, says Shaka Zwane, head of insurance and fiduciary ...

Rental growth cools but arrears fall to lowest on record

Staff Reporter|Published

Average rent increased to R9 218, up R433 from the same quarter last year, and crucially, growth remained well above inflation, keeping landlords in positive territory ...

In a world flooded with data, how safe is your personal information?

Martin Hesse|Published

Banks, credit bureaus, insurance companies, large retailers, market research companies – all have access to this wealth of information to some extent.

South Africa's Q2 GDP growth brings cautious optimism amidst consumer pressure

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a landscape where the economy shows signs of growth, South African households continue to grapple with rising costs and joblessness. Neil Roets unpacks the current ...

‘Black Tax’ stems from responsibility to larger family

Staff Reporter|Published

The term Black Tax is often associated with professionals, entrepreneurs and those who are well off in their family circle and are generally expected to ease the ...

Financial troubles? Don’t let guilt and shame paralyse you

Staff Reporter|Published

A particular source of guilt is the garnishee order, correctly known as an emoluments attachment order (EAO), whereby creditors can recover unpaid debts directly ...

Woolworths unveils innovative Ballito Food Market, setting new standards for grocery shopping

Ashley Lechman|Published

Discover how Woolworths is transforming the grocery shopping experience with their newly launched Ballito Food Market, featuring fresh innovations and a commitment ...

FNB eBucks dominates 2025 South African Loyalty Awards with six wins

Ashley Lechman|Published

Now in its seventh year, these awards focus on honouring not just performance but the overarching creativity and strategic prowess within customer relationship management ...

SA Reserve Bank cuts repo rate offering relief to consumers

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African Reserve Bank announces a 25 basis point cut to the repo rate, providing much-needed relief for borrowers. Experts weigh in on the implications for ...

Watch VideoSA Reserve Bank cuts interest rates

Ashley Lechman|Published

This means that the prime lending rate in the country will decrease from 11. 00% to 10. 75%.

South Africa's budget 3. 0: A year of fiscal upheaval and strategic changes

Ashley Lechman|Published

As the months slip into May, the fiscal landscape continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the economy.

BUDGET: SA Canegrowers welcomes no increase in sugar tax

Ashley Lechman|Published

The association said it believes that Treasury should scrap the tax, to help ensure that government drives job creation and economic growth, as per its commitments ...

Cosatu critiques Finance Minister's Budget as insufficient for economic growth

Ashley Lechman|Published

Cosatu expresses concerns over Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's Budget, highlighting the need for more support for low-income earners and a call for a national ...

Read Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's full budget speech here

Enoch Godongwana|Published

South Africa's Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana delivered his Budget speech on Wednesday. Read his full speech here.