Kaya 959 Kaya Biz

The rand outperforms its peers in other emerging economies.

--:--
GUEST - Dr Roelof Botha is an economic advisor to the Optimum Investment Group.



During May, most key currencies took advantage of the lethargic performance of the US dollar, with the bulk of the 16 currencies monitored by Currencies Direct strengthening against the greenback. The rand was the star performer during May, leaving all other emerging markets in its wake. Compared to the trade-weighted average appreciation of 0.7% against the dollar by a core group of eleven key emerging market currencies, the rand gained 3.1%.
2 Jun 2PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

Other recent episodes

Africa’s telecommunications Sector Needs Standardised Regulations

Guest – Nic Laschinger, CTO, Euphoria Telecom Africa’s telecoms space is packed with opportunity but an outdated and fragmented regulatory landscape means that fast, affordable and borderless telephony is still out of reach. Two key barriers are standing in the way: inconsistent regulations and slow spectrum allocation. For Africa to…
21 Jul 1PM 12 min

Inside Africa - Namibia, A Frontier Economy With Strategic Appeal For South African Investors?

Guest: Casey Sprake, Economist, Anchor Capital. As South African (SA) investors increasingly seek growth and diversification beyond domestic borders, Namibia is quietly reasserting itself as a compelling destination. While long considered politically stable and economically intertwined with SA, Namibia is now entering a new phase of strategic importance, anchored in…
21 Jul 12PM 12 min

The South African Wine Industry At A Crossroads

Guest – Jeremy Sampson, Chairman of Brand Finance Africa. The announcement of a 30% US tariff on South African exports, effective 1 August 2025, has sent shockwaves through the local wine industry. Valued at over R650 million annually, the US wine export market, while not the largest by volume, holds significant…
21 Jul 12PM 10 min

JSE Flirts With All-Time Highs: Heads For 100 000 Points

Guest: David Shapiro, Chief Global Equity Strategist at Sasfin Wealth The Johannesburg Stock Exchange is flirting with all-time highs, inching closer to the symbolic 100 000-point milestone. What’s behind this powerful rally and is it sustainable?
21 Jul 12PM 12 min
All episodes