Until dull, predictable Budgets are restored, South African taxpayers will have to deal with the latest crop of surprises, not least the controversial VAT increase.

The World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), the global industry group for exchanges and CCPs, on 23 January 2025 announces the 2025 priorities for the exchange and clearing industry. 

IOSCO is pleased to announce the publication of a new substantive report that addresses the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) use in capital markets and its impact on investors globally.

Many investors worldwide have lost a lot of money due to a variety of factors. Stock exchanges are platforms where companies raise money from investors to expand and increase their productive capacities for strategic reasons. Investors include retail, institutional, and corporate buyers, as well as foreign investors.

On 20 January 2025 Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States of America. His inaugural speech, met with fervent applause from his supporters, evoked reflections on the categorization of modes of rule as discussed by Greek philosophers like Aristotle and Plato.

Recent progress made at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has signalled a renewed confidence in South Africa’s capital markets, highlighting the institution’s critical role in growing the economy. While market conditions have presented challenges, André de Lange, Director Corporate & Commercial at CDH, believes the JSE has demonstrated resilience through more accessible listings – an attractive prospect for companies looking to unlock value.

In the realm of financial planning, the choices we make today lay the foundation for a secure and prosperous future.