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UNLOCK THE STOCK: PBT Group
In the 58th edition of Unlock the Stock, PBT Group returned to the platform to update us on the recent numbers and the latest strategic thinking.
Podcasts
PODCAST: No Ordinary Wednesday Ep105 – Global consumer trends 2025
From AI-optimised shelf space to influencer-fuelled fast fashion, global consumer trends are in flux. Global Consumer Analyst at Investec UK, Eddy Hargreaves, joins No Ordinary Wednesday to explore retail innovation, brand strategy, and why selling to today’s cautious, connected shopper is trickier than ever.
Ghost Bites
Ghost Bites (Anglo American | Kumba Iron Ore | Primary Health Properties)
Anglo American's focus on copper and iron ore might be helpful, but De Beers is just getting worse by the day. Kumba Iron Ore is enjoying better service from Transnet. Primary Health Properties released solid numbers that could get the Assura deal across the line.
DealMakers
Who’s doing what this week in the South African M&A space?
Weekly summary of Merger & Acquisition activity by South African companies
DealMakers
Weekly corporate finance activity by SA exchange-listed companies
Weekly summary of corporate finance activity by South African exchange listed companies
Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories #67: Martin Slabbert (Prime Kapital) on the Hyprop – MAS offer
Martin Slabbert of Prime Kapital has strong views on the Hyprop offer to MAS shareholders. As a follow-up to the press release dealing with his concerns around the deal, he joined me on this podcast to dig deeper into key concepts including around the deal mechanics, the relationship between Prime Kapital and MAS and the various permutations going forwards.
Ghost Bites
Ghost Bites (Adcock Ingram | AECI | Karooooo | Mr Price | MultiChoice | Northam Platinum | Santam | Spear REIT | Vodacom)
The take-private bid for Adcock Ingram is juicy to say the least. Mr Price had a tough June but a resilient quarter overall. MultiChoice got the green light for the Canal+ deal. AECI, Karooooo, Northam Platinum and Vodacom released financial updates. Santam is growing offshore, while Spear REIT sticks to the Western Cape.
Ghost Bites
Ghost Bites (Adcock Ingram | MAS – Hyprop | Reinet | Sasol)
Sasol closed 6% lower after a production update and trading statement. Adcock Ingram rallied after a cautionary. Reinet's NAV moved lower as expected. MAS has called the meeting that was demanded by institutional shareholders.
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