Ghost Biz - 11 June 2026

Loading player...
Today in Ghost Biz, Gary Stroebel and The Finance Ghost discuss:

-The Foschini Group (TFG) – Sales growth tells only part of the story, with shrinking margins, falling profits, and mounting pressure from struggling international operations.

-Mr Price – Better-than-expected results and improving margins give investors something to smile about, but the spotlight now shifts to the NKD acquisition.

-Old Mutual Bank – Can South Africa's newest banking entrant compete in an increasingly crowded market, or is it walking into a lion's den of competition?
11 Jun English South Africa Business · Business News

Other recent episodes

Market Watch - Stuart Main

Coming up in the Market Watch — Michelle van Wyk speaks to Stuart Main about rising inflation, the outlook for interest rates, and why developments in China's property market could have a significant impact on Namibia's commodity exports and economy.
14 Jul 7 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Caesar Waitara

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: Tanzania’s Ambassador to Namibia, Caesar Waitara, says the recent state visit between the two countries has opened new opportunities to strengthen trade and investment. He said four Memoranda of Understanding were signed, including agreements focused on trade cooperation and supporting small and medium enterprises. Angie…
14 Jul 11 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Aimee Langford

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: A new article by Aimee Langford, the Head Actuary at Alexforbes, highlights the importance of carefully planning retirement income, including decisions around taking a lump sum and choosing between guaranteed and living annuities. Angie Scholtz spoke to Aimee Langford about this.
9 Jul 11 min

Ghost Biz - 9 July 2026

Today in Ghost Biz, Gary Stroebel and The Finance Ghost discuss: - South African Banks – Why Fitch's credit rating upgrades for Standard Bank, Nedbank and FirstRand are good news for funding costs, shareholders and the broader banking sector. - Oando – The Nigerian energy company listed on the JSE,…
9 Jul 8 min