NOW Ep89: Davos Debrief part 1: Showcasing South Africa's investment potential

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Join us for the first episode of a special three-part series recorded during the World Economic Forum Annual Meetings in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland (20-24 January). In this episode, Investec CEO Cumesh Moodliar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with host Jeremy Maggs, exploring his hopes and expectations for the event. Discover the key topics that will capture the attention of global business leaders as they gather to discuss the pressing challenges and opportunities facing our world today.

Podcast key moments:

00:00 Introduction
01:30 The impact of Trump's presidency on the global economy
02:30 Predictions for economic growth in South Africa in 2025
04:37 Is South Africa on the right path for growth?
07:56 Global cooperation on the decline
10:32 AGOA and the impact of South Africa's geopolitical positioning
12:13 What will the South African delegation's message be at Davos?
13:04 The investment case for South Africa
14:26 What do investors want to see in South Africa?
15:16 WEF speakers Cumesh is most looking forward to listening to in Davos
16:30 Outro
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Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business.
Chapters
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 01:30 The impact of Trump's presidency on the global economy
  • 02:30 Predictions for economic growth in South Africa in 2025
  • 04:37 Is South Africa on the right path for growth?
  • 07:56 Global cooperation on the decline
  • 10:32 AGOA and the impact of South Africa's geopolitical positioning
  • 12:13 What will the South African delegation's message be at Davos?
  • 13:04 The investment case for South Africa
  • 14:26 What do investors want to see in South Africa?
  • 15:16 President Trump and President Ramaphosa’s WEF speeches
  • 16:30 Outro
19 Jan 2025 English South Africa Business · Investing

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