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Investec Focus Radio South Africa features conversations between leading minds from within Investec and other experts on economic, investment and business topics in addition to issues that go beyond wealth.

  1. 4 days ago

    Macro Monday Ep129: Warsh’s hawkish speech

    New Fed chief Kevin Warsh delivered a hawkish speech at the Jackson Hole symposium of central bankers on Friday, leading to a stronger US dollar and increased expectations of rate hikes this year and next year. Investec Investment Management’s Investment Strategist Osagyefo Mazwai examines what this means for the US economy, as well as emerging market currencies like the rand. Investec Focus Radio SA

    Macro Monday Ep129: Warsh’s hawkish speech

  2. 25 Aug

    No Ordinary Wednesday | The economics of tourism in SA

    South Africa’s growth challenge is shifting from reform to delivery. Tourism is part of that test. International arrivals rose 12.3% in the first half of 2026. And phase III of the government-business Partnership now puts the sector firmly on the growth agenda, with a focus on air access, visas, safety and infrastructure. On No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs and Investec economist Lara Hodes examine what it will take to turn that momentum into investment, jobs and sustained growth. Read more on www.investec.com/now Investec Focus Radio SA

    No Ordinary Wednesday | The economics of tourism in SA

  3. 25 Aug

    Everything Counts | Episode 54: Protecting property wealth

    Property is often seen as one of the more reliable ways to build long-term wealth. It’s tangible, familiar and, for many South Africans, an important part of their financial plan. But investing in property comes with risks that can be easy to overlook, from hidden costs and changing rental yields to considerations around what happens if you’re no longer able to earn an income. In this episode of Everything Counts, we look beyond the property itself to explore what it really takes to build a resilient property investment strategy. Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Sinenhlanhla Sithomo, head of insurance business at Investec, and Elsie Rateiwa, head of financial services at Lightstone Property, to unpack the risks, potential returns and the importance of protecting the income behind your investment. 00:00 Introduction 01:05 Investment property as part of a broader wealth strategy 01:39 What are the risks of investing in property? 03:10 Is buying property in Cape Town a good investment? 04:52 The need for liquid cash when you own an investment property 05:48 Risk of buying multiple properties in a concentrated area 06:25 What are the hidden costs of investing in property? 07:30 How to financially prepare to buy a house 08:28 How to calculate cash flow resistance 09:51 How to calculate a realistic return on investment in property 10:40 Protecting the income that maintains your property investment 11:42 The benefits of having life insurance and mortgage protection insurance 12:07 Does mortgage protection insurance cover you if you become disabled? 13:34 Why people don’t see themselves as assets to insure 14:25 What insurance do I need for investment property? 16:40 Life cover vs mortgage protection cover for property investments 18:25 What to consider if you have multiple investment properties 21:50 How long to see return on investment in property? 24:52 How to identify a good area to buy investment property in? 25:36 Key takeaways for investing in property 26:53 Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA

    Everything Counts | Episode 54: Protecting property wealth

  4. 24 Aug

    Macro Monday Ep128: US bond market intervention fails to bring down yields

    Moves by the US Treasury to intervene in the bond market failed to bring down yields meaningfully, and the continuing worsening of the US’s fiscal position may explain why. According to Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, the US’s debt-to-GDP ratio is above 100% and seems set to remain above that level, with tax hikes politically unpalatable and little room to cut spending in areas such as defense, healthcare and social security. Investec Focus Radio SA

    Macro Monday Ep128: US bond market intervention fails to bring down yields

  5. 17 Aug

    Macro Monday Ep127: The Fed’s difficult position

    The US Federal Reserve finds itself in a difficult position. The US economy has been shedding jobs, and wage growth is soft. At the same time, says Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, government debt continues to grind higher while inflation remains elevated, mainly the result of higher energy prices – meaning there’s a chance of rates being hiked in the coming months. Investec Focus Radio SA

    Macro Monday Ep127: The Fed’s difficult position

  6. 13 Aug

    Investec Minds Ep 3: Sipho Maseko on the hard decisions that define leaders

    What does leadership look like after the CEO title falls away? In this episode of Investec Minds, former Telkom Group CEO Sipho Maseko joins Investec's Nkateko Mathonsi and Louise Pillay to reflect on leadership, business transformation and South Africa's future. Drawing on his experience at Telkom, Vodacom and BP Southern Africa, Maseko shares lessons from leading one of South Africa's most significant corporate turnarounds and the personal cost of making difficult decisions. The conversation explores Africa's infrastructure deficit, satellite broadband, regulation, AI investment, digital transformation, pay TV, sport and the economics of content. Maseko also discusses the opportunities he sees for South Africa and the continent over the coming decades. His most powerful leadership insight? “People should feel you.” Investec Focus Radio SA

    Investec Minds Ep 3: Sipho Maseko on the hard decisions that define leaders

  7. 12 Aug

    No Ordinary Wednesday Ep 133 | Bond markets: A licence to yield.

    The easy gains may be over, but the case for bonds is not. Annelise Peers, Chief Investment Officer at Investec Bank Switzerland, and Awongiwe Booi, Fixed Income Analyst at Investec Investment Management in South Africa, unpack why attractive yields, easing inflation and South Africa’s underpriced reform story could make fixed income a source of return, not just protection, and what could still spoil the opportunity. Investec Focus Radio SA

    No Ordinary Wednesday Ep 133 | Bond markets: A licence to yield.

  8. 11 Aug

    Everything Counts | Episode 53: Tips for tax filing season in South Africa

    In this episode of Everything Counts, we unpack one of the most overlooked opportunities to improve your financial position: your tax return. Many people treat tax filing season as a simple compliance exercise and move on. But as our experts explain, your SARS tax return is actually a powerful financial health check that can help you avoid costly mistakes, stay compliant, and even unlock additional value. We dive into: ● Why you should rethink how you approach tax filing ● The risks of blindly accepting SARS auto assessments ● Common tax mistakes that could cost you money ● Medical aid deductions and what you might be missing ● Travel claims, cost-to-company structuring, and share incentives ● What happens during a SARS audit (and how to prepare) Whether you're a salaried employee, high-income earner, or managing multiple income streams, this episode gives practical, actionable insights to help you file with confidence and make sure you aren’t unknowingly leaving money on the table. 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Tax filing beyond compliance 01:48 What changes to report to SARS 03:50 Tax returns as a financial health check 04:43 The importance of keeping track of your own numbers 05:27 Should I accept SARS auto assessment? 06:45 Changes to tax auto assessments for 2026 07:37 How to submit medical aid tax certificate to SARS 09:30 Beyond medical certificates for tax 10:30 Disability claim SARS 12:06 Is travel allowance tax deductible? 15:30 Structuring a tax efficient remuneration package 17:13 Tax implications on shares 18:36 What does it mean if SARS is auditing you? 20:00 Tax verification vs audit 21:15 The value of a tax practitioner if you are audited 21:50 Audit mistakes to avoid 23:00 Tax audit tips for high net worth individuals 24:38 How to maximise your tax refund 36:40 Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA

    Everything Counts | Episode 53: Tips for tax filing season in South Africa
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Investec Focus Radio South Africa features conversations between leading minds from within Investec and other experts on economic, investment and business topics in addition to issues that go beyond wealth.

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  • Creator
    Investec
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    150
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