Is the global economy about to crack?

Until now, the US economy has been unwavering, with solid employment figures of around 400 000 new jobs per month. At an unemployment figure of only 3,8 percent, we can…

Decision near on US$4bn Uganda pipeline, Standard Bank says

A controversial US$4 billion crude oil pipeline to link Uganda and Tanzania has overcome a key hurdle that delayed a final decision, according to Standard Bank Group. Negotiations can now…

National Foods multiple investments to drive capacity

Business Writer Brokerage firm, IH Securities, says National Foods’ multiple investments are scheduled to increase capacity that will drive the topline, estimated to grow 2 percent year on year to…

World Bank approves green reforms, appeals for more money

The World Bank has officially expanded its mission to include climate change, while pushing ahead with reforms that could unlock additional funding and cheaper loans for green projects. In his…

Toyota Hilux GR Sport gets refresh

Toyota has unleashed a new version of the Hilux GR Sport for the European market, sporting numerous design and technical enhancements. At this stage it’s not known whether any of…

Young people have an advantage when it comes to investing

Investing in financial instruments such as stocks, commodities and forex may seem like a task belonging to the world of “adulting”. In the world of personal finance, the truth, however,…

Wall Street shreds yen playbook

A chasm is opening up on Wall Street over the direction of the yen. On the one side: Goldman Sachs Group, Mizuho Americas, JPMorgan Chase & Co, and Bank of…

Adidas lifts guidance again after second Yeezy sneaker boost

Adidas AG boosted its guidance for a second time in three months after selling another batch of Yeezy sneakers from its cancelled partnership with the rapper and designer Ye. The…

SME owners and mental health

For many small and medium enterprise (SME) owners, running a business isn’t just a job but an integral part of who they are. The boundaries between personal and business life…

Stanbic China Day kicks off

Business Correspondent The second edition of the annual Stanbic China day kicked off on Thursday as the leading financial services institution presses ahead with promoting investment and trade between Chinese…

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