In this episode, Bruce asks Capitec CEO Graham Lee whether the group is still a bank - given that it is making much more money from fees, phones, and insurance than from earning interest. Lee talks about Capitec’s plans for the future, and about the dangers of ego as it challenges its rivals in terms of size and profitability. Bruce also speaks to Greig Jansen, CEO and founder of PURA, the low-sugar South African cooldrink brand. Backed by a new R260-million investment, the group wants to make a bigger push into the US - despite the tariff war. Meryl Pick, Old Mutual Investment Group Head of Equities Research, gives her insights into the retail sector, while certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
In this episode, Bruce talks to Remgro CEO Jannie Durand about the road ahead for the proposed merger with Vodacom’s fibre assets, the strong performance of Mediclinic and OUTsurance, the British American Tobacco disposal that signalled the end of an era, and the state of SA’s economy.
He also speaks to Fieldbar founder Lee Hartman about how their locally made, luxury, handmade coolers are shooting the lights out on the global market — and why production has remained in SA.
Deon Gouws, chief investment officer at Credo gives his insights into the markets, while certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth.
The podcast is sponsored by Capitec.
In this episode, Bruce Whitfield looks at the latest interest rate decisions - and why the US may be courting disaster by repeating a mistake from almost a century ago. He speaks to OUTsurance Group CEO Marthinus Visser about how the insurer made a successful strategic pivot years ago, after a future of self-driving cars caused internal panic. How did Stellenbosch become one of the world’s leaders in space technology? Mike-Alec Kearney is the founder of Cube Space, which has built thousands of satellite components that are now orbiting earth. He explains how local maths and engineering graduates are helping SA win in the global space race. Anchor CEO Peter Armitage gives his insights into the markets, while certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
In this episode, Bruce Whitfield looks at the possible emergence of “Anglo Teck”, a R900-billion copper giant that would be headquartered in Vancouver. The other big news is Walmart’s decision to launch its own-branded stores in SA. Alec Abraham, senior equity analyst at Sasfin Wealth, unpacks why this may be madness. Also on the show is well-known entrepreneur Mike Stopforth, whose new book 52 Big Questions for Business Leaders explains why answers are overrated. Piet Viljoen, founder of RECM and director of Merchant West investments, gives his insights into FirstRand, which released bumper results this week. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
In this episode, Bruce interviews Neal Froneman, outgoing CEO of Sibanye-Stillwater, the world's biggest platinum miner. Froneman explains how his experience in selling cars as a student shaped his career and approach to risk. He has big plans for his retirement, which include helping to launch a F1 racetrack near Cape Town. Bruce also talks to Rainbow Chicken CEO Marthinus Stander about American poultry imports. Also on the show is UK wine journalist Tim Atkin, who just released his influential report about South Africa’s best wines. He explains why Stellenbosch no longer dominates the top spots. Jean Pierre Verster, founder and CEO of Protea Capital Management, gives his insights into big market movers, including Shoprite. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
In this episode, Bruce Whitfield looks at the massive shakeup in South Africa’s private school sector with the news that PSG founder Jannie Mouton’s foundation wants to buy out Curro shareholders, and turn the company into a nonprofit. Curro CEO Cobus Loubser discusses the proposed deal and its impact on South Africa. Bruce also unpacks SA’s big railway breakthrough, and US President Donald Trump’s extraordinary attack on that country’s central bank. Old Mutual Investment Group Head of Equities Research, Meryl Pick, talks us through some of the big market and company moves this week. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
In this episode, Bruce Whitfield discusses the news that a US grand jury will investigate MTN’s historic activities in Afghanistan and Iran, which comes at a politically sensitive time. Also on this week’s podcast, the battle between Indian and Chinese car makers in the local market. Bruce interviews Neil Schreuder, chief of strategy and innovation for the Shoprite Group, about a new Checkers trolley that will allow shoppers to pay without going through a till. He also speaks to BOS CEO Will Battersby about the rooibos brand’s big plans and talks markets with Deon Gouws, chief investment officer of Credo. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
In this episode, Bruce Whitfield interviews Sim Tshabalala, Chief Executive of the Standard Bank Group, who has an ambitious to-do list for his remaining two years at the helm. Tshabalala says he will step down to make room for younger colleagues. Bruce talks markets with Zwelakhe Mnguni, Chief Investment Officer and co-founder of Benguela Global Fund Managers. Then, find out more about how a young entrepreneur is making cows glow in the dark to keep motorists safe on rural roads. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels.
In this episode, Bruce Whitfield interviews Jason Quinn, CEO of Nedbank, which this week announced strategic shifts. Bruce also tests his theory about a new contender for Pick n Pay’s top job with veteran investor Piet Viljoen. And then, a security expert speaks on the surge in kidnappings and how executives are being targeted. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
This is Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, a weekly News24 podcast that respects your time and intelligence. This week, he discusses SA’s US trade crisis with News24 journalist Carol Paton, who has the inside scoop on the current state of play. He also speaks to SA Breweries CEO Richard Rivett-Carnac who warns that booze in SA may be facing the same crisis as the big cigarette makers. And then, Bruce speaks to the South African who is the new CEO of the Edinburgh Fringe — one of the most important arts festivals in the world. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
This week, Bruce Whitfield's Business Week looks at SA’s attempts to secure a US trade deal - along with other big developments. Bruce also speaks to Adcock Ingram CEO Andy Hall about a game-changing new deal that could mark a major turning point for the maker of Panado, Compral, and Corenza C. Zwelakhe Mnguni, chief investment officer at Benguela Global Fund Managers, shares his take on the markets after a red-hot week in South Africa. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. And then, the unlikely origin story of the beloved toffee brand Darling Sweet. Bruce speaks to the founder, an antique dealer who turned his shop into a factory. This podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
This is Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, a weekly News24 podcast that respects your time and intelligence. The bestselling author and broadcast legend returns with a new show that focuses on an SA business news story that will still matter in the long run. Whitfield also interviews former Anglo American boss and outgoing chair of Vale Base Metals, Mark Cutifani, who has strong ideas on how South Africa can win in the new world order. Anchor Capital CEO Peter Armitage gives his view on the markets, and why he’s not betting against the US. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram talks you through how doing just one thing this week can get you closer to financial freedom. And then, get the inside track on a hot new South African video game that was recently launched in Los Angeles, and quickly caused a stir. It allows players to steal back real-life cultural African artifacts that are held by collectors outside the continent. CEO Ben Myres of the Joburg gaming company Nyamakop explains how the slick game came about. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00
Bestselling author and broadcast legend Bruce Whitfield returns with a bold new News24 podcast. Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week won’t waste your time. Instead, each episode will focus on the one business news story that will change your world. Listeners will also get investment and personal finance advice from top experts, and the inside track on SA’s most successful hustles. Join us every Thursday at 17:00.
