Edward West

Multimedia Journalist, Business

Northam Platinum's performance and future outlook amid PGM market challenges

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Northam Platinum CEO Paul Dunne shares insights on the company's performance, market conditions, and future growth plans, highlighting the challenges and opportunities ...

MAS reports 6. 6% increase in net rental income amidst challenging market conditions

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MAS, the JSE-listed property owner, reports a 6. 6% increase in net rental income and a 12% total shareholder return for the year ending June 30, 2025, showcasing ...

IDC falls short of job creation target but excels in transformation funding

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The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) reports a significant shortfall in job creation targets for the 2024/25 financial year, achieving only 46% of its goal. ...

STADIO Holdings reports 28% increase in core headline earnings amid rising student numbers

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STADIO Holdings has reported a 28% increase in core headline earnings, driven by a 9% rise in student enrolment. The company is set to open a new campus in Durbanville, ...

KAP reports 47% drop in earnings per share amid challenging economic conditions

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KAP's headline earnings per share fell by 47% due to reduced operating profit and increased finance costs, but CEO Gary Chapin remains optimistic about future growth ...

Blue Label Telecoms reports significant earnings growth and strategic restructuring

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Blue Label Telecoms announces a substantial increase in earnings per share and outlines a strategic restructuring plan aimed at enhancing its market position and ...

ASP Isotopes lists on the JSE as its South African expansion continues

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ASP Isotopes, a Nasdaq-listed company, has made a strategic move by listing on the JSE and acquiring Renergen, South Africa's only commercial onshore gas company, ...

Bidcorp produces another solid performance in global food service and technology

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Bidcorp has demonstrated resilience in the global food service market, with a 9. 6% increase in headline earnings per share despite challenging economic conditions. ...

Jannie Mouton’s Trust offers makes R7 billion bid for Curro Holdings, South Africa’s largest private education company

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Jannie Mouton’s Trust has proposed a significant acquisition of Curro Holdings, aiming to transform South Africa’s largest private education company into a non-profit ...

Vukile Property Fund issues R500 million in corporate bonds amid strong demand

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Vukile Property Fund has successfully raised R500 million in senior unsecured corporate bonds, attracting over R3 billion in bids and demonstrating strong market ...

Master Drilling Group reports a 399% half year profit increase amid global uncertainty

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Master Drilling Group reports a remarkable 399% increase in profit for the first half of 2025, driven by technological advancements and a strong order book despite ...

Old Mutual's share price surges 6% after strong earnings report

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Old Mutual's share price increased by over 6% following a trading statement highlighting exceptional growth in its short-term insurance business and favourable market ...

Sasol reports 93% increase in headline earnings, share rise over 10%

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Sasol's share price surged by 9% following a remarkable 93% increase in headline earnings per share for the year ending June 30, driven by successful Capital Markets ...

Hulamin's CEO outlines plans for growth despite profit drop, share price rises

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Hulamin's normalised headline earnings fell by 48% in the first half of the year, yet the share price increased by 13. 8%. CEO Mark Gounder discusses the company's ...

ADvTECH reports strong growth in enrolments and profits for the first half of 2025

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ADvTECH, South Africa's largest private education group, has reported a remarkable 16% increase in earnings per share and a 13% rise in student enrolments for the ...

Italtile announces special dividend in a very tough market, share price surges

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Italtile has announced a robust special dividend as it navigates a tough market, showcasing resilience amidst global challenges and local economic pressures. Discover ...

Gold Fields announces more than doubled dividend amid rising gold prices

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Gold Fields has reported a remarkable profit increase to $1. 03 billion in the first half of 2025, driven by improved operational performance and higher gold prices. ...

Hulamin shares plunge over 12% amid interim loss forecast

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Hulamin's share price fell over 12% following the announcement of an expected interim loss, despite an increase in sales volumes. The company faces challenges from ...

Adcock Ingram Holdings rebounds in second half amid NATCO Pharma acquisition

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Adcock Ingram Holdings has demonstrated a remarkable recovery in its second half, with a 36% increase in headline earnings per share, as it prepares for acquisition ...

Grindrod's share price surges after special dividend announcement and rail service access

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Grindrod's share price increased by 12. 2% following the announcement of a special half-year dividend and confirmation of its eligibility to operate rail services ...

Exxaro's share price surges as it declares dividend and acquires manganese assets

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Exxaro Resources has reported a 10% increase in share price following the announcement of its 45th consecutive dividend and a significant acquisition of manganese ...

Growthpoint partners with Fuel Switch to launch Africa's first blockchain-enabled Renewable Energy Certificate exchange

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Growthpoint Properties is set to revolutionise the renewable energy landscape in South Africa by partnering with Fuel Switch to launch an innovative blockchain-enabled ...

Spur Corporation to open 42 new restaurants in South Africa and 14 internationally

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Spur Corporation is set to expand its footprint with 42 new restaurants in South Africa and 14 internationally, as CEO Val Nichas shares insights on the group's ...

Prosus sees significant growth in first quarter earnings and AI innovations

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Prosus, the Naspers subsidiary, reports a 54% increase in adjusted EBITDA for Q1, driven by strategic acquisitions and a commitment to innovation in AI.

DRDGold reports significant earnings growth and ambitious future plans

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DRD Gold has reported a remarkable 69% increase in headline earnings per share and a 100% rise in dividends, driven by a stable operational environment and strong ...