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Chris Hart
Chief economist at Investment Solutions Chris Hart talks to Lindsay… »
The State of the Economy(ies)
Data currently being released is being looked upon favourably from all geographies. But on an annual basis the comparison is based on the nadir of the crisis of a year ago. Let’s get the reasoned perspective from one of South Africa’s most most considered and thoughtful economists. Chris Hart talks to Lindsay… »
Lefties
We predicted that pay day would come for the commies and the lefties, and they’ve found an excuse in the ‘global financial crisis’ to finally exert their influence. The State, according to a 27 page ANC document, is better equipped to steer us to prosperity than the free market. We discuss this with a leading… »
ESKOM: Will the last person please turn the lights out?
Eskom. Incompetent. Incomplete. Embarrassing. Interference. Unenlightened. What is going on at the state owned provider of a basic commodity? Heads must… »
SARB
The SARB needs to do many things, and one is to employ a writer who knows plain English. Chris Hart sifts through the verbal spew that was released today and does an admirable job at interpretation. Chris always sounds a dire warning. Have a… »
The Mini Budget
Pravin Gordhan debuted in parliament today as Minister of Finance. He looked assured, but what’s also assured is a tough time ahead for the bean counters at the Tresury. A top local economist casts an eye over the Mid Term Budget Policy Statement, delivered… »
No Change
The South African Reserve Bank left local interest rates unchanged today. Why? Good decision, or over conservative, and behind the curve? THREE economists and ONE currency trader give us their… »
Reserve Bank
It was the AGM today, and Tito did his thing. A top local economist has a look at the last one presided over by the legendary… »




