Cape Town’s impressive port rebound boosted by fruit exporters
The Public Sector Partnership that helped boost fruit exports in 2025 has been renewed for 2026.
Aspen Pharmacare jumps the most in 25 years on R26.5bn Asian asset sale
The stock surged almost 23%, the most since January 2000, paring the drop this year to 31%.
Rand set for biggest gain in 16 years on SA stability
Domestically, the country has benefited from slower inflation and an improving growth outlook.
China’s Jiangxi to buy copper miner SolGold in $1bn deal
Many in the industry are forecasting a shortage of the metal as the global economy electrifies, leading to a series of approaches among big miners, including a failed bid by BHP for Anglo American Plc.
Australia set for desalination boom as water shortages loom
Oxford Economics reckons that over the next 10 years, demand for drinkable water will increase by more than 10% in some areas.
Coronation scraps performance fees
New fixed fees to be charged from October 2026, regardless of performance.
US tariffs become a headwind for SA yacht builders
Most of the nearly R5bn worth of boat exports are destined for America.
The stories that interested our readers in 2025
Health, retirement, crooks and tax issues topped the list.
Storms wreak havoc on SA’s electricity supply
Hampering response efforts in areas where access is difficult due to flooding, damaged infrastructure, or unsafe terrain.
How to enjoy the festive season without the ‘Januworry’ hangover
From setting spending limits to planning for January school costs, experts explain how smart festive budgeting can prevent post-holiday money stress.