Facial-recognition tech at World Cup
The soccer players aren’t the only ones who are going to be watched at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar: The attendees will be, too. The entire event —…
Quarter to forget for listed firms
Business Writers LISTED firms say tight monetary policies introduced at the beginning of the third quarter of 2022 significantly dampened consumption and investment levels in the period under review. This…
What if the Fed takes rates to 6pc?
The wild ride for the global economy and markets this year is in no small part the consequence of the growing recognition of the scale of the US inflation challenge…
Djokovic to play in Australian Open
Tennis star Novak Djokovic will be given a visa by the Australian government, allowing him to play the 2023 Australian Open. Guardian Australia understands the immigration minister, Andrew Giles, will…
Blended finance can support climate transition
Emerging market and developing economies account for two-thirds of global greenhouse gas emissions, and many are highly vulnerable to climate hazards. These economies will need significant financing in coming years…
Soaring energy prices drive UK inflation to 41-year high
Soaring energy bills drove UK inflation even higher than expected to a 41-year high in October, adding to pressure on the Bank of England to raise interest rates again. The…
Innscor spreads US$56m on 8 business units
Nelson Gahadza Innscor Africa Limited says the planned US$56 million investment in financial year 2023 will be spread across eight business units as the group seeks to maintain its dominance…
Investing: Focus on what you can control
There’s nothing simple about investing — and knowing where to focus one’s energy can be difficult. Investment markets react quickly to political events, economic policies and presidential tweets, and it’s…
SA CEOs confident of business growth
Despite an anticipated recession South African CEOs are already mitigating against expected risks with hopes of shaping business growth over the next few years. This is according to KPMG’s 2022…
Celebrity endorsement in brand building
Leslie Mupeti What is celebrity endorsement? Every day when consumers turn on the television or go online, they are inundated with commercials for both well-known and obscure brands. The inability…











