The Money Show

Radio 702
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Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 20min

NERSA sparks outrage over hidden electricity costs, Salaries rise for sixth straight month

Stephen Grootes speaks to Ruse Moleshe, Energy Expert, about the controversy surrounding NERSA’s stance that the public has no right to know how much municipalities pay for electricity. In other Interviews: Stephen Grootes speaks to Shergeran Naidoo, Head of Stakeholder Engagements at PayInc about the latest PayInc Net Salary Index, which shows that average nominal net salaries rose for the sixth consecutive month in September 2025.   The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show    Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk   For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe   Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc   The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk  702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702    CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk  CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/  CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702  CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 14min

WeBuyCars sinks 14% after profit warning. Old Mutual fork out R2.2bn 10X deal

Warren Ingram, a personal finance expert and co-founder of Galileo Capital, dives into the risks and behavioral traps of 'buy now, pay later' schemes, highlighting the hidden fees that consumers should beware of. Azayam Planga, Chief Economist at Rand Merchant Bank, unpacks their latest report on African investment, revealing why Seychelles and Mauritius are top choices while analyzing Egypt and Nigeria's shifting standings. Their insights are crucial for anyone navigating the complex landscape of finance and investment opportunities in Africa.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 21min

Pick n Pay interim results, South Africa off the greylist — now the real test begins

Stephen Grootes Stephen Grootes speaks to Pick n Pay CEO Sean Summers about the retailer’s interim results for the 26 weeks ended 31 August 2025, which show steady progress in its turnaround strategy. In other Interviews: Stephen Grootes speaks to Ismail Momoniat, official  at the National Treasury, about South Africa’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist after nearly three years under enhanced monitoring. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.     Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show    Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk   For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe   Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc   The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 25, 2025 • 49min

The Best Bits of The Money Show: eBucks loyalty Test  & Melvyn Lubega profile

Stephen Grootes spoke to Mannee de Wet about building Planet Fitness, Mike Stopforth about leadership through better questions, Wendy Knowler about FNB’s eBucks shake-up, and Melvyn Lubega about scaling African tech innovation. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show    Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk   For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe   Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc   The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 37min

Eskom eases rooftop solar rules; Cape Town buses serve gourmet meals on the move

Jane Dutton speaks to Kevin Pillay, General Manager in Distribution about Eskom’s decision to ease registration requirements for rooftop solar systems. In other interviews,  Jonathan Fourie, Partner at Bus Cuisine chats about the cuisine, Cape Town’s groundbreaking luxury dining experience on wheels.   The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show    Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk   For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe   Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc   The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk  702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702    CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk  CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/  CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702  CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 16min

Clicks Group profit up 14%, but is cash still king—or just a costly comfort in uncertain times?

Stephen Grootes speaks to Clicks CEO Bertina Engelbrecht, about the retailer’s strong full-year results. South Africa’s largest pharmacy chain reported a 14.1% rise in profit, driven by improved trading margins and solid sales.    In other interviews,  Deon Gouws, Chief Investment Officer at Credo and Dr Musa Malwandla, Co-CIO of Differential Capital, talks about whether holding cash is really the safe bet investors think it is. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show    Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk   For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe   Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc   The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk  702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702    CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk  CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/  CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702  CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 1h 14min

Famous Brands profit up 6%, hits 3 008 outlets—AI bubble looms: bubble, bubble toil and trouble?

Darren Healy, CEO of Famous Brands, discusses the company's recent 6% profit increase and the strategic expansion to 3,008 outlets. Melvin Lubega, a technology entrepreneur, shares his insights on the edtech landscape and the importance of sustainable investments. Keegan DaCosta highlights common pitfalls in corporate AI initiatives and offers practical advice for businesses. Wendy Nola, the 'consumer ninja', explains the complexities of changes to FNB's eBucks program, raising concerns about customer implications. A vibrant discussion on trends and challenges in business today!
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Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 18min

SA growth ambitions faltering? Coca-Cola bottler eyes R44.5bn JSE debut in 2026

Stephen Grootes speaks to Gina Schoeman, Economist at Citi Bank, and Prof Adrian Saville from GIBS, as they unpack why South Africa is unlikely to reach its 2% growth target, citing weak investment, policy uncertainty, and deep-rooted structural challenges that continue to hinder economic progress. In other interviews, David Shapiro, veteran stockbroker and chief global equity strategist at Sasfin, talks about Coca-Cola’s African bottler gearing up for a massive R44.5 billion debut on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in 2026.  The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show    Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk   For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe   Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc   The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk  702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702    CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk  CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/  CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702  CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 20min

Optasia targets JSE debut and Africa unlocks $11T energy transition and green growth potential

Marnie Devette, co-founder of Planet Fitness, shares insights into the evolution of the gym industry, emphasizing community focus and personalized wellness trends. She discusses how the pandemic reshaped member experiences and how gyms may evolve into community hubs. Meanwhile, energy expert Jose Maleshe dives into South Africa's Integrated Resource Plan, advocating for a balanced mix of renewables, gas, and small modular nuclear reactors for a sustainable energy future. Together, they explore transformative opportunities in fitness and energy.
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Oct 18, 2025 • 50min

The Best Bits of The Money Show: Leading change: Magadagela & Stark Talk

Stephen Grootes spoke to Michelle Mokone about building a sustainable global décor brand from an origami swan, Bob Stark about the evolving journey and challenges of CEOs, Gary Booysen about the unusual market dynamics of rising precious metals and AI stocks, and Ndia Magadagela about leading South Africa’s transition to electric vehicle fleets through Everlectric. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show    Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk   For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe   Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc   The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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