[SPONSORED] AI needs more than software to succeed. @ninetyone_sa explains why investment in power, transmission and data centres is critical to South Africa’s digital future. ow.ly/irOE510074x

[PODCAST] Could local bus manufacturing add billions to SA’s economy? Localisation Support Fund CEO Irshaad Kathrada joins @maggsonmedia on #MoneywebAtMidday to explore the potential to boost GDP and create jobs – and what it will take to turn opportunity into action. #Moneyweb #Localisation Listen in full: ow.ly/v3OG51005bw

IBM’s quarterly sales rose 5% to $17.1bn, beating estimates, but shares fell as investors weighed broader tech-sector risks. Weak consulting revenue has raised concerns that AI infrastructure spending is crowding out other IT budgets. #Moneyweb #IBM ow.ly/yf3s51003MN

Meta has disclosed $825bn in future spending commitments, including data centre leases and contracts for AI computing power and energy infrastructure. The commitments highlight the scale of investment underpinning its AI ambitions. #Moneyweb #Meta ow.ly/ASM451003rB

[ADVISOR View] Anthropic is attracting huge valuations, putting pre-IPO exposure firmly on traders’ radar. But remember: trading a derivative isn’t the same as owning shares. Maboko Seabi of @brokstock explores the numbers, potential opportunities and key risks to consider. #Moneyweb #Anthropic ow.ly/KBSN510030C

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says South Africa’s Constitution and regulatory framework are holding back investment and growth, pointing to stalled oil and gas projects and weak mining exploration. He says regulatory reform is critical to unlocking growth. #Moneyweb #EnochGodongwana ow.ly/cnph51000B2

Barclays plans to cut 5 000 jobs by year-end in a technology-driven cost push, with AI playing a growing role. The cuts come as fixed-income trading revenue fell 19% and quarterly earnings missed key estimates. #Moneyweb #JobCuts ow.ly/zT5h5100006

[ADVISOR VIEW] Your 40s can mean juggling school fees, bond repayments and ageing parents while trying to save for retirement. Sherry Tapfuma of @crueinvest explains how to balance competing priorities without losing sight of your long-term financial goals. #Moneyweb #Retirement ow.ly/cLma50ZZXtZ

South Africa wants to strengthen its position as a financial hub by allowing approved asset to manage qualifying offshore investments from within the country, without being subject to their own offshore limits. #Moneyweb #AssetManagement ow.ly/KLVq50ZZZKH

[PODCAST] Famous Brands’ revenue rose 2.3%, but earnings fell as consumers faced mounting cost pressures. CEO Darren Hele speaks to @SimonPB on #MoneywebNOW about demand, margins and competing for convenience-driven spending. #Moneyweb #Podcast Listen to the full episode here: ow.ly/avKf50ZZZqA

Clicks has crossed R50bn in annual turnover, but real comparable-store sales growth was just 0.3% as cash-strapped consumers remain cautious. The retailer is leaning on promotions, ClubCard rewards and store expansion to sustain growth. #Moneyweb #Clicks ow.ly/UorJ50ZZYPY

Northam Platinum faces a binding shareholder vote on executive pay after years of investor dissent. CEO Paul Dunne received R80.5m, while US investors and proxy advisers question whether remuneration is aligned with performance. #Moneyweb #Northam ow.ly/XrVz50ZZYMO

Afrimat reported its worst half-year trading conditions since listing in 2006, with headline earnings swinging to a loss and no interim dividend declared. Weak iron ore and cement performance weighed heavily on results. #Moneyweb #Afrimat ow.ly/8hLK50ZZYGp

[WATCH] Afrimat faces its toughest trading conditions since listing in 2006, with surging diesel and shipping costs adding pressure. CEO Andries van Heerden speaks to @bronwynnielsen on #TheExecutiveExchange about navigating the challenges. #Moneyweb #Podcast Watch the full episode here: ow.ly/9iqi50ZZXqC

[LISTEN] Sars expects an extra R34bn in corporate tax, driven largely by mining, while financial services also boost collections. @Ryk_van_Niekerk speaks to Commissioner Johnstone Makhubu on #RSGGeldsake. #Moneyweb #Radio Listen to the full interview here: ow.ly/YfHP50ZZXjA

[OPINION] South Africa’s fiscal ship has started to turn, but sustaining the recovery will require faster economic growth. @Ryk_van_Niekerk examines how a fiscal anchor could curb debt and lower borrowing costs ahead of R1.5trn in bond maturities. #Moneyweb #MTBPS2026 ow.ly/zjEb50ZZXhC

South Africa’s print media is shrinking as digital platforms capture advertising revenue and newsrooms lose staff. Yet trust in News24 and eNCA remains high, raising questions about how to sustain quality journalism. #Moneyweb #Newsrooms ow.ly/5Js450ZZXfr

Government expects to save R13bn on social grants over three years through tighter verification and reduced beneficiary numbers, while extending the R370 SRD grant for another year. A court ruling could significantly increase its future cost. #Moneyweb #MTBPS2026 ow.ly/4wlW50ZZXem

South Africa’s revenue collections have been revised up by R17bn for 2026/27, with stronger tax receipts and lower debt-service costs cushioning the economy against global shocks. But unemployment remains a major concern. #Moneyweb #MTBPS 2026 ow.ly/hMbp50ZZXbx

CEO and CFO incentive payouts are soaring, but asset managers warn that peer benchmarking can drive executive pay higher even when company performance falls short. Is remuneration really rewarding results? #Moneyweb #ExecutivePay ow.ly/igf350ZZWRZ