Retail trade sales rose just 1.6% in February, sharply down from January’s 4.4%. FNB Senior Economist Siphamandla Mkhwanazi unpacks the broad-based slowdown.
23 Apr 2PM
English
South Africa
Business News · Investing
Lesaka Technologies has delivered a landmark FY2026 performance — meeting or exceeding every guidance metric, surpassing the top end of its Adjusted EPS range, and achieving full‑year net profitability for the first time since its 2022 rebrand. Net Revenue rose 20%, Adjusted EBITDA climbed 41%, and Adjusted Earnings surged 229%…
FirstRand has posted a resilient full‑year performance for June 2026, delivering the highest dividend payout in its history despite a sizeable UK motor commission provision. Underlying operations remain strong: FNB and RMB posted double‑digit profit growth, continuing operations delivered 13% earnings growth, and ROE reached 24.9%. CEO Mary Vilakazi explains…
Sanlam has released its interim results for 2026, revealing strong underlying momentum beneath severe weather‑related claims and softer shareholder investment returns. New business climbed 22% to R224 billion, net client cash flows surged 64% to R78 billion, and core earnings held steady despite large loss events across South Africa and…
Airports Company South Africa reported 11.6% revenue growth in FY2025/26, driven by rising passenger volumes, improved trading conditions and a strong diversification strategy. ACSA’s CFO Luzuko Mbotya joins Kaya Biz to unpack the financial performance, cost management, infrastructure investment, and the shift toward airports as economic, digital and energy hubs…
Many South Africans believe investing requires large sums — but time, consistency and tax‑free compounding matter far more. ETFSA’s Wendy Hlatshwayo explains how Tax‑Free Savings Accounts work, why ETFs are ideal inside them, and how ordinary earners can build long‑term wealth through simple, diversified investing. A practical, jargon‑free guide to…
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