The Money Show

Radio 702
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Jul 29, 2025 • 1h 18min

Kumba Iron Ore profit flat despite sales rise; Economic policy shifts impact portfolios

Stephen Grootes speaks to Mpumi Zikalala, CEO of Kumba Iron Ore, about the company’s flat half-year profit despite a 3% rise in sales. She explains the impact of weaker iron ore prices, higher costs, and logistics challenges, and outlines Kumba’s strategy to maintain value in a tough market. In other interviews, Warren Ingram, Co-Founder of Galileo Capital, about how Trump’s new trade deals, rising US debt and shifting economic policies could impact your investment portfolio.   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/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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4 snips
Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 22min

Transnet gets R94.8bn over 5 years, reimagine South Africa’s industrial future

Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Nimrod Mbele, MD at Knowledge Anchor Group, about the government's approval of R94.8 billion in guarantee support for Transnet, aimed at mitigating the state-owned utility's debt burden and supporting its capital investment program, amid concerns over its financial sustainability and potential credit rating downgrades. In other interviews, Andrew Kirby, Chair of the B20 South Africa Industrial Transformation and Innovation Task Force, about the critical role of industrial transformation in driving economic resilience and promoting inclusive growth in South Africa and beyond. 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/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 26, 2025 • 53min

Best Bits of The Money Show: Two-pot troubles and Mbali Nhlapo's clean brand

Stephen Grootes profiles Kurt Ackermann on urban food systems and sustainability, speaks to Mbali Nhlapo about her rise as a cleaning influencer, discusses business strategy with Ian Mann through the book 'Distinguishers' by Sandra Vandermerwe, and explores retirement risks with John Manyike on South Africa’s Two-Pot System. 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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Jul 25, 2025 • 35min

Tackling FMD in livestock and the luxury of high-end watches

Stephen Grootes speaks with Dipepeneneng Serage, Deputy Director-General: Agricultural Production, Biosecurity and Natural Resources Management about the Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) Indaba,which brought together industry stakeholders and experts to develop sustainable solutions to combat FMD and strengthen South Africa's biosecurity systems, ultimately safeguarding the livestock industry and broader economy. In other interviews,  Debbie Hathway, a specialist writer on luxury watches and jewellery, chats about the craftsmanship, heritage, and innovation that drive the sky-high prices of premium timepieces.  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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Jul 24, 2025 • 1h 11min

GEPF invests in SA's future, Treasury revamps budget

Stephen Grootes speaks to Frans Baleni, Chairperson of the Government Employees Pension Fund, about how the GEPF is powering ahead with billions in strategic investments to drive growth and long-term value for its members. In other interviews, Independent political analyst Khaya Sithole speaks to Stephen Grootes about National Treasury’s fresh approach to overhauling the budget framework. 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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5 snips
Jul 23, 2025 • 1h 17min

JSE All Share smashes 100,000 mark as civil society slams labour law changes

Stephen Grootes sits down with Dr Leila Fourie, CEO of the JSE, to unpack the significance of the all share index breaking through the historic 100,000-point mark. They explore what this milestone means for investor confidence, the health of South Africa’s capital markets, and how it reflects broader economic trends both locally and globally. David Shapiro, Veteran Stockbroker and Chief Global Equity Strategist at Sasfin on JSE all share smashing  through 100,000-point barrier.    In other interviews, labour analyst Andrew Levy from Andrew Levy & Associates, chats about the backlash from civil society over proposed changes to South Africa’s labour laws. They delve into the concerns being raised, what the amendments could mean for workers and employers, and how the debate reflects broader tensions in the labour market.    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/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 18min

Reserve Bank eyes payments reform; Telecom fraud costs SA R5.3 Billion

Stephen Grootes speaks to Kokkie Kooyman, Executive Director and Portfolio Manager at Denker Capital, about upcoming reforms to South Africa’s payments system as the South African Reserve Bank prepares draft legislation. In other interviews, Adv. Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of the Communication Risk Information Centre (COMRiC), chats about the alarming rise in telecom fraud and what’s being done to stop it.    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/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 20min

MAS-Hyprop deal under fire and Mbali Nhlapo’s journey from housekeeper to influencer

Martin Slabbert, CEO of Prime Kapital, dives into the contentious MAS-Hyprop deal, highlighting concerns over corporate governance. Mbali Nhlapo shares her inspiring journey from housekeeper to cleaning influencer, revealing practical tips for maintaining a sparkling home. Sia Rambatas discusses a significant investment in a U.S. metal recycler and the implications of EU sanctions on Russian oil. Ditero Rantluane addresses South Africa's municipal mismanagement and the urgent need for transparency. Tune in for fresh insights on business, investment, and personal inspiration!
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Jul 19, 2025 • 50min

Best Bits of The Money Show: Trump’s trade tactics, fine wines, luxury designer jewellery

Stephen Grootes interviews Mike Ratcliffe, co-founder of Vilafonté and chair of Wine Business Advisors, about his journey from sailing to winemaking and the entrepreneurial and leadership lessons he’s learned; chats with Bronwyn Williams, a future finance specialist, about Eliza Filby’s book Inheritocracy and the societal impact of intergenerational financial support; speaks with Meiki Ngcengeni, CEO of Isabella Design, about growing a jewellery business from R2000 into a full-scale operation with her mother; and discusses negotiation tactics, geopolitical risks, and trade with Hlelo Giyose of First Avenue Investment Management and Gary Booysen of Rand Swiss. 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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7 snips
Jul 18, 2025 • 41min

SAA faces losses again; Why inflation targeting is shifting to 3%

Bernolo Zwane, owner of the fashion label Nje, discusses the evolution of minimalist fashion, emphasizing quality and versatility in modern design. Aviation expert Phutego Mojapele tackles the troubling financial state of South African Airways, detailing challenges like rising fuel costs and leasing difficulties. They also explore the shift towards a 3% inflation target, examining its potential impact on the economy and the debate surrounding fiscal policies, underscoring the need for stability in turbulent times.

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