VAT hike scaled back, but social grants take the biggest hit
With the government now R8.6 billion short, planned social grant increases have been slashed – while Home Affairs and border management also see deep budget cuts.
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KZN Treasury’s R2.4bn loan request raises more questions than answers
As the KwaZulu-Natal government scrambles to keep Ithala afloat, its urgent request for a R2.4 billion loan from National Treasury sparks confusion – especially given an earlier government guarantee.
Trump’s on-off tariffs drive market volatility
Economic experts warn that the uncertainty surrounding Trump’s escalating tariffs is driving significant market fluctuations.
Budget: Key changes for taxpayers and investors
Watch Moonstone Update for an overview of some of the stories covered in the past week’s Investment Indicators and Moonstone Monitor. This weeks update focuses on the budget Income tax brackets, medical tax […]
Sanlam fires on all cylinders, delivering strong earnings and new business
The group recorded double-digit earnings, robust new business volumes, and an increased dividend, all underpinned by its tri-regional focus.
Two-pot withdrawals linked to surge in used car sales
The Bureau of Market Research discloses what South Africans have done with their savings benefit withdrawals since September 2024.
Sanlam and Ninety One seal key deal to reshape active asset management landscape
Sanlam and Ninety One share key agreements, marking the next step in their strategic partnership.
Sanlam advances Assupol integration to strengthen retail mass operations
With the integration of Assupol well under way, Sanlam is working to streamline its operations and enhance its market position.
Health Minister publishes draft regulations for NHI Fund governance
The regulations set out the process for selecting the NHI Fund’s leadership, including its board, chief executive, and advisory committees.
SRD grant is a temporary relief measure, says Social Development department
Financially squeezed government wants to overturn a judgment declaring aspects of the SRD regulations unconstitutional.
Coalition: government’s ‘piecemeal’ healthcare reforms fall short
The Universal Healthcare Access Coalition says the proposed tariff-setting measures for private healthcare side-step essential reforms.
As the DeepSeek dust settles – what have we learned about investing in AI?
Chinese startup DeepSeek unveils a cost-efficient method for training generative AI chatbots, prompting experts to re-examine investment strategies and the future of AI infrastructure.
More women prioritising preventive healthcare, Bestmed data shows
Rising breast and cervical cancer registrations underscore the importance of early detection and access to quality medical care.
ASISA rejects proposed ‘dualistic nature’ of CIS portfolios
ASISA warns that reclassifying collective investment scheme portfolios as profit-making schemes will undermine years of established investment policy.
Santam’s earnings surge despite troubling weather and vehicle claims
Nearly all business units report strong growth in new business volumes.
Record R35.25bn outflow marks cautious year for South Africa’s CIS market
Reinvested income and strong interest-bearing portfolio performance led to net inflows of R85.82 billion in 2024.
Revised unit trust fund classifications: early impact in focus
The new SA Multi Asset SA High Equity category is expected to gain traction over time, despite slower uptake in the early stages.
