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Ep 33: Perils of the Internet, Pt. 2 of 45 Nowhere St and Ruby's Talking Tale 29:00

1d ago29:00

29:00

Greetings to all our fans! In this episode, we present the second episode of our brand-new spooky soap opera, 45 Nowhere Street. We discuss the impact the internet has had on our lives, both good and bad. We also listen to the third of our Talking Tales –written and performed by Ruby. Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell. All enquiries: admin…

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NOWep95: Global economy: Recession or recovery? 22:08

5d ago22:08

22:08

Recession risks, inflation pressures, and trade tensions - how is the global economy shaping up in 2025? Investec’s Chief Economists, Phil Shaw (UK) and Annabel Bishop (SA), take stock of the latest trends in No Ordinary Wednesday. From global growth forecasts to the economic outlook for Europe and South Africa, they break down what lies ahead. Pod…

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S03 Ep11 Energy Market Update: Oil steady as equities fall in the US 5:06

5d ago5:06

5:06

Last week was much quieter in oil markets than the week before, despite continued falls in US equities. Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK discusses why did oil not follow equities lower again. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offe…

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Macro Monday Ep65: US consumer confidence worsens as equities fall 9:53

5d ago9:53

9:53

In this episode Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International looks at US economic concerns which are rising, with stock markets indices and consumer confidence coming off. Labour market expectations are at their worst since 2008, which will likely to less spending. Locally, the Reserve Bank’s MPC is not …

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S03 Ep10 Energy Market Update: Turbulence in energy markets 4:26

12d ago4:26

4:26

It’s been a tumultuous time in energy markets and Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK takes a look at some key events from last week and how the market reacted. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instru…

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Macro Monday Ep64: Stimulus on the cards for Europe and China 7:58

12d ago7:58

7:58

While tariff uncertainty continues to weigh on the US, fiscal stimulus is on the agenda in Europe, with plans to boost spending on infrastructure and defence, and in China, which is targeting growth of 5% and a budget deficit of 4% this year. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International, shares his views…

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Ep 32: Premiere of 45 Nowhere St, What is ASMR? & an Adaptive Clothing Range 29:00

15d ago29:00

29:00

In this episode, we premiere our brand-new spooky soap opera, 45 Nowhere Street. We explore what we would all do if we were queen or king for a day. We also feature an article on the growing phenomenon of ASMR and listen to the second instalment of our new Talking Tales—this time written and performed by Remi. We also hear about a new adaptive clot…

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Art in Focus Ep 5 | African art's international impact 25:06

16d ago25:06

25:06

In this fifth and final episode of Art in Focus, we hear from two locally based artists, Brett Seiler and Sanell Aggenbach, about how their careers started, how they broke into the international art market, and the influence African art is having on the global art scene. 00:00: Intro 01:25: Introduction of guests 02:13: Art careers often start with…

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NOW ep94: Is China Trump-proof? 18:22

18d ago18:22

18:22

Tariffs may not have as much of an impact on China which has rewired its supply chains to reduce its dependence on the US, says Campbell Parry, global resources analyst at Investec Wealth and Investment International. Speaking on the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Parry discusses prospects for the Chinese economy and the country’s investm…

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S03 Ep09 Energy Market Update: Brent set a new low of the year last week 3:04

19d ago3:04

3:04

Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK, discusses the impact of uncertainty in the oil market brought about by President Trump's trade policies and the debate over Ukraine peace talks. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or …

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Macro Monday Ep63: US equities lag as worries grow about economic growth 9:32

19d ago9:32

9:32

There are rising concerns about the US economy, from weakening consumer numbers to worries about employment. This may explain why US markets have lagged global markets this year, as expected weaker economic growth translates into softer earnings. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International, shares his v…

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Everything Counts | Episode 17: Tips to finding the right car in South Africa 34:14

25d ago34:14

34:14

Thinking of buying a new car in 2025? Before you make your next big purchase, get expert insights into the latest car trends, best models, and smart financing strategies. In this episode of Everything Counts, host Marius Roberts is joined by automotive insiders, Sean Nurse, Motoring Editor at AutoTrader and Editorial Director, Ian McLaren, from Car…

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S03 Ep08 Energy Market Update: Oil prices fall 4:57

26d ago4:57

4:57

Brent fell at the end of last week, whereas it had been rallying strongly for much of last week. Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK looks at what brought about this change of direction. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to bu…

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Macro Monday Ep 62: Fiscal pressure in the US 7:12

26d ago7:12

7:12

Fiscal challenges are a recurring theme from Washington to Cape Town. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist at Investec Wealth & Investment International, looks at how the US Congress will need to pass legislation by the middle of next month to avoid a funding lapse, while its debt ceiling will need to be raised soon. Investec Focus Radio S…

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Ep 31: Talking Tales Debut, Unusual Hobbies & Block Puzzle App Review 29:00

29d ago29:00

29:00

In this episode, we catch up with the fabulous Dis-labled crew and find out what we enjoy watching on TV. We chat about some unusual hobbies, Carol reviews an app called Block Puzzle, and we debut the first of our brand-new Talking Tales! All enquiries: admin@communityfocus.co.uk or IT@communityfocus.co.uk Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/…

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NOW Ep93: Can tech titans keep up the pace? 20:28

1M ago20:28

20:28

Big tech stocks have stabilised after the DeepSeek shock in January, but will they continue to dominate the market this year, or is the next disruption around the corner? Tinus Rautenbach, head of Investec’s new trading and investing platform, Clarity, shares his views on the latest episode of the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast. Investec Focus Radio…

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Art in Focus Ep4 | A lens on photography as art 28:41

1M ago28:41

28:41

Tristanne Farrell chats to Virginia MacKenny- artist, writer, and Emeritus Associate Professor of Painting at Michaelis School of Fine Art, and Vanessa Cowling, artist and part-time lecturer in photography at UCT. They discuss everything you need to consider when buying photography as part of your art collection. The conversation covers edition siz…

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S03 Ep07 Energy Market Update: Latest from IEA report 4:50

1M ago4:50

4:50

Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK discusses the latest report from the International Energy Agency looking at outlook for supply and demand. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcas…

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Macro Monday Ep 61 | Inflation headache for the Fed 9:59

1M ago9:59

9:59

While there are signs that inflation is reaccelerating in the US, data such as retail sales, and credit card and auto loan delinquencies, point to softer economic growth, posing challenges for the Fed. Listen to Chief Investment Strategist at Investec Wealth & Investment International Chris Holdsworth's analysis. Investec Focus Radio SA…

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S03 Ep06 Energy Market Update: Tariffs and the oil market 5:17

1M ago5:17

5:17

Since last week’s podcast, Trump has delayed some of the new tariffs, Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK, discusses what has been going on and what this might mean for oil. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell fin…

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Macro Monday Ep60: Tariff wars escalate 8:19

1M ago8:19

8:19

Tariff wars are escalating, with President Trump announcing new tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, and China retaliating with tariffs on a wide range of US goods. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist at Investec Wealth & Investment International, looks at this in the context of strong labour growth in the US, and diverging trends in o…

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NOW Ep92: Budget 2025 | What to expect 21:10

1M ago21:10

21:10

With a challenging economic landscape, fluctuating currency, global trade tensions, and ongoing energy struggles what can South Africans, businesses and investors expect from Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2025 Budget Speech? Investec experts Chief Economist Annabel Bishop, Treasury Economist Tertia Jacobs and Chief Investment Strategist Chris…

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Ep 30: Unmasking Anxiety, Carol's Poem & Finch App Review 29:00

1M ago29:00

29:00

In this episode, we open up about anxiety, and share the tools and strategies we use to overcome it. We also dive into some of Carol's creative projects, including a poem about a wealthy man disguising himself as a poor man, and Gila updates her previous Finch App review - it's now a thumbs down. Don’t miss this thoughtful and inspiring conversatio…

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Art in Focus Ep 3 | NextGen art: Cultivating talent and accessibility 28:53

1M ago28:53

28:53

In this episode, we hear from young artist Boemo Diale and curator Sean O’Toole about the shifting art industry. They discuss Boemo's rise to fame, the role of art fairs in promoting underrepresented artists, and the importance of established artists supporting newcomers. 00:00: Intro 01:22: Introduction of guests 03:31: The evolution of art fairs …

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S03 Ep05 Energy Market Update: Market reaction to Trump tariffs 4:28

2M ago4:28

4:28

U.S President Donald Trump has gone ahead with introducing the tariffs he threatened. Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK looks at the oil market reaction to the new tariffs imposed by Washington. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an of…

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Macro Monday Ep59: Trump upsets the apple cart 7:42

2M ago7:42

7:42

President Trump came out guns blazing over the weekend slapping a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports (excluding energy) and 10% on Chinese imports. In this week’s Macro Monday, Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines the wide-ranging implications of the announcement. Investec Foc…

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S03 Ep04 Energy Market Update: Trump's impact on the energy market 5:37

2M ago5:37

5:37

Callum Macpherson, Head of Commodities at Investec UK, delves into the impact of President Trump's latest statements and executive orders on the global oil and gas markets. Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments.…

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Macro Monday Ep58: China shakes up competition in AI 8:24

2M ago8:24

8:24

Competition is heating up in the world of artificial intelligence. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist at Investec Wealth & Investment International, looks at the implications of the launch of China's DeepSeek. The new Large Language Model (LLM) promises to be better or as good as OpenAI and other Western options while costing significant…

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Art in Focus Ep 2 | Art as an investment: A collector's take 31:47

2M ago31:47

31:47

In this episode, Tristanne Farrell, chats to Cumesh Moodliar, the CEO of Investec Bank SA, and Itumeleng Merafe, head of Investec Private Bank on how to approach art as an investment. The conversation covers liquidity considerations, depressed market conditions, tax benefits and the role of primary and secondary markets. We also get a sense of what…

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NOW Ep91: Davos Debrief part 3 | WEF 2025: What next? 14:30

2M ago14:30

14:30

Will the world continue down the path of fragmentation, or will it unite to tackle the pressing challenges that threaten our collective future? In the last episode of our Davos special edition, CEOs of Investec SA and UK, Cumesh Moodliar and Ruth Leas, share with us their key learnings from the event and how these discussions are influencing the fu…

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Ep 29: Drama, Headlines, and Hangouts 29:00

2M ago29:00

29:00

In this episode, we talk about what we've been up to this week and find out if any of us have ever been on the stage. We also share our reactions to a recent newspaper article written about us and chat about our favourite places to go out. Tune in for all the latest from the Dis-labled crew! Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell Editor: Phil P…

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NOW Ep90: Davos Debrief part 2: Trade & investment in a multi-bilateral world 22:06

2M ago22:06

22:06

In the second episode of our Davos special edition, Investec guests Nick Riley, head of Investment Banking, and Dhiren Mansingh, head of Business Transactional Banking, discuss a significant shift in global trade from multi-lateralism to multi-bilateralism. This evolution places less emphasis on regional agreements and more on establishing direct b…

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