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In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Investec Global Equity analysts David Smith and Zane Bezuidenhout join Jeremy Maggs to examine the year's defining technology trends, the debate over an AI bubble and the companies best placed to benefit. From the future of work to the economics of AI, they unpack what 2026 has taught investors and what to watch in 2027 and beyond. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
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In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Investec Global Equity analysts David Smith and Zane Bezuidenhout join Jeremy Maggs to examine the year's defining technology trends, the debate over an AI bubble and the companies best placed to benefit. From the future of work to the economics of AI, they unpack what 2026 has taught investors and what to watch in 2027 and beyond.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude is slightly lower, although the apparent $7-a-barrel fall largely reflects the switch from December to January contracts. Reports that Donald Trump still favours diplomacy with Iran may be easing prices, but the risk of escalation after the US midterm elections remains.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude is slightly lower, although the apparent $7-a-barrel fall largely reflects the switch from December to January contracts. Reports that Donald Trump still favours diplomacy with Iran may be easing prices, but the risk of escalation after the US midterm elections remains.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[Global equities continue to advance, while US corporate earnings continue to beat expectations. Taking into account these ongoing beats, notes Global Chief Investment Officer Chris Holdsworth, the overall US market now trades at just under 20 times earnings, which is not excessive by historical standards. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude reached $117.50 a barrel last week as renewed attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz heightened supply concerns. Physical market tightness, rather than speculative buying, appears to be driving prices, while options signal concern about further near-term increases.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
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						<itunes:title>S05 Ep05 Energy Market Update: Rising gas prices add pressure to the UK energy outlook</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude reached $117.50 a barrel last week as renewed attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz heightened supply concerns. Physical market tightness, rather than speculative buying, appears to be driving prices, while options signal concern about further near-term increases.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[The US economy continues to grow, thanks to ongoing investment into AI, and despite federal government indebtedness and higher inflation because of rising fuel prices. One area where the strain is showing though, says Global Chief Investment Officer Chris Holdsworth, is in the housing market, where mortgage rates are climbing and applications are falling. Should weaker house prices follow, this will be a headwind for consumer spending. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
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		<description><![CDATA[AI investment is supporting growth, but its wider benefits remain uneven. Where will global capital go next, and what will businesses pay to access it?<br />
In this special edition of No Ordinary Wednesday, Cumesh Moodliar, CEO of Investec South Africa, and Andrew Lillywhite, head of bank funding group at Investec UK, share first-hand insights from their time at the 2026 IMF and World Bank meetings in Bangkok. Drawing on conversations at the meetings, they examine the forces shaping global investment. They also identify signals that could support investment, from more stable long-term interest rates to the potential impact of a stronger South African credit rating. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
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		<description><![CDATA[Trump’s efforts to lower diesel prices have had little lasting impact, with New York futures near $200 a barrel. Brent crude touched $110 as attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and regional tensions intensified.<br />
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Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
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						<itunes:title>S05 Ep04 Energy Market Update: Oil supply risks mount as Middle East tensions intensify</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:03</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Trump’s efforts to lower diesel prices have had little lasting impact, with New York futures near $200 a barrel. Brent crude touched $110 as attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and regional tensions intensified.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep136: Tech sector weakens after US inflation report</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1730047</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The war in the Middle East continues to weigh on markets and the economy, with second round effects showing up in US inflation numbers, notes Investment Strategist at Investec Investment Management Osagyefo Mazwai. The tech sector was the biggest loser in the days following the US inflation print. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep136: Tech sector weakens after US inflation report</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>10:13</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The war in the Middle East continues to weigh on markets and the economy, with second round effects showing up in US inflation numbers, notes Investment Strategist at Investec Investment Management Osagyefo Mazwai. The tech sector was the biggest loser in the days following the US inflation print.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>No Ordinary Wednesday: Inside Investec’s investment outlook</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1728029</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The global economy is proving resilient, and company earnings remain healthy. Even so, Investec’s Global Investment Strategy Group has maintained a risk score of zero, reflecting a measured approach to portfolio positioning. The findings are published in the quarterly Global Investment View. <br />
On No Ordinary Wednesday, Chris Holdsworth, Investec Investment Management’s Global Chief Investment Officer, joins Jeremy Maggs to explain the thinking behind the decision. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:00:00.000" title="Introduction" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:01:23.000" title="What a zero-risk score means for portfolios" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:02:11.000" title="Where the GISG agreed, and where AI divided the room" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:38.000" title="Strong earnings, expensive US shares" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:06:31.000" title="Higher bond yields: better for bonds, tougher for equities" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:08:09.000" title="Why Investec is looking beyond US equities" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:40.000" title="Why a weaker dollar matters for South Africa" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:13.000" title="Why the global risk score stayed at zero" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:48.000" title="Could AI tip the investment balance?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:20.000" title="Why South Africa turned more cautious" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:52.000" title="Why Investec is turning more defensive on SA consumers" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:14:03.000" title="Why SA equities still beat bonds on value" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:36.000" title="Higher yields: the risk now, the opportunity later" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>No Ordinary Wednesday: Inside Investec’s investment outlook</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1728029_20261013_151951_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>17:50</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The global economy is proving resilient, and company earnings remain healthy. Even so, Investec’s Global Investment Strategy Group has maintained a risk score of zero, reflecting a measured approach to portfolio positioning. The findings are published in the quarterly Global Investment View. 
On No Ordinary Wednesday, Chris Holdsworth, Investec Investment Management’s Global Chief Investment Officer, joins Jeremy Maggs to explain the thinking behind the decision.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S05 Ep03 Energy Market Update: Russian diesel deal offers limited relief to global markets</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1727171</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Trump’s announced deal to import Russian diesel offers limited relief, with the proposed 3.7 million barrels small relative to global demand and delivery uncertain amid damage to Russian refineries.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S05 Ep03 Energy Market Update: Russian diesel deal offers limited relief to global markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:33</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Trump’s announced deal to import Russian diesel offers limited relief, with the proposed 3.7 million barrels small relative to global demand and delivery uncertain amid damage to Russian refineries.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep135: The two sides to the AI investment boom</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1727157</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The AI story has been great for investors so far, but it may be making the Fed feel uncomfortable. AI investment is helping to fuel growth and inflation, potentially forcing the Fed to maintain a tighter policy stance – even though, says Global Chief Investment Officer Chris Holdsworth, the sectors most likely to bear the burden of higher rates are those contributing the least to inflationary pressures. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep135: The two sides to the AI investment boom</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>5:45</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The AI story has been great for investors so far, but it may be making the Fed feel uncomfortable. AI investment is helping to fuel growth and inflation, potentially forcing the Fed to maintain a tighter policy stance – even though, says Global Chief Investment Officer Chris Holdsworth, the sectors most likely to bear the burden of higher rates are those contributing the least to inflationary pressures.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>No Ordinary Wednesday | Mini-Budget 2026: More revenue, less borrowing?</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1726972</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stronger revenue offers an opportunity to reduce borrowing. Will spending pressures limit the gains?<br />
Ahead of the 2026 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), Investec’s Annabel Bishop and Tertia Jacobs to examine the choices facing National Treasury.<br />
Higher precious metals prices offer the prospect of better-than-budgeted tax revenue. But weaker growth, inflation pressure and higher borrowing costs complicate the outlook. How Treasury uses any additional revenue will matter for debt sustainability and investor confidence.<br />
In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, our economists discuss spending discipline, the proposed fiscal anchor and why rising bond yields do not necessarily signal weaker confidence in South Africa. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:01:20.000" title="Higher growth risks and borrowing costs squeeze Treasury" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:04:49.000" title="El Niño and oil shocks threaten SA growth" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:04.000" title="Precious metals boost tax revenue, but can it last?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:08:12.000" title="How much of the revenue boost can Treasury bank on?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:15.000" title="Spending pressures threaten SA’s fiscal gains" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:17.000" title="Sustainable revenue is key to reducing debt" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:56.000" title="Fiscal credibility supports SA bond market confidence" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:14:40.000" title="Global bond sell-off pushes SA yields higher" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:16:07.000" title="Global bond sell-off pushes SA yields higher" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:17:46.000" title="Fiscal anchor: balancing discipline with flexibility" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:21:07.000" title="What rating agencies need to see beyond commodity gains" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:22:15.000" title="Fiscal credibility depends on delivery, not projections" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:23:26.000" title="Weaker growth risks higher taxes and investor confidence" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>No Ordinary Wednesday | Mini-Budget 2026: More revenue, less borrowing?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>26:00</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Stronger revenue offers an opportunity to reduce borrowing. Will spending pressures limit the gains?
Ahead of the 2026 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), Investec’s Annabel Bishop and Tertia Jacobs to examine the choices facing National Treasury.
Higher precious metals prices offer the prospect of better-than-budgeted tax revenue. But weaker growth, inflation pressure and higher borrowing costs complicate the outlook. How Treasury uses any additional revenue will matter for debt sustainability and investor confidence.
In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, our economists discuss spending discipline, the proposed fiscal anchor and why rising bond yields do not necessarily signal weaker confidence in South Africa.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep134: Fixed income investors are having a tough time</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1724778</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[There’s been an almost universal rise in bond yields around the world over the past few months. According to Global Chief Investment Officer Chris Holdsworth, developed markets have seen the biggest rises, with France one of the hardest hit, as it grapples with a worsening fiscal situation. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep134: Fixed income investors are having a tough time</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>9:40</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[There’s been an almost universal rise in bond yields around the world over the past few months. According to Global Chief Investment Officer Chris Holdsworth, developed markets have seen the biggest rises, with France one of the hardest hit, as it grapples with a worsening fiscal situation.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S05 Ep02 Energy Market Update: G7 reserve release offers temporary relief for UK diesel market</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1724781</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The G7’s 100 million barrel reserve release could ease diesel costs for UK businesses and motorists, following Trump’s confirmation that US diesel exports will continue. However, uncertainty over diesel volumes means relief may be temporary.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:59:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S05 Ep02 Energy Market Update: G7 reserve release offers temporary relief for UK diesel market</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1724781_20261005_100456_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>6:16</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The G7’s 100 million barrel reserve release could ease diesel costs for UK businesses and motorists, following Trump’s confirmation that US diesel exports will continue. However, uncertainty over diesel volumes means relief may be temporary.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday ep 133 | US growth is running hot</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1722158</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The US economy is running hot, with the latest indicators pointing to 5% GDP growth, ahead of market forecasts for third-quarter growth of 2.8%. This comes despite high oil prices and rising inflation and has implications for the US dollar and the prospects of the US being able to grow out of its debt problem. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:58:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday ep 133 | US growth is running hot</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>8:19</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The US economy is running hot, with the latest indicators pointing to 5% GDP growth, ahead of market forecasts for third-quarter growth of 2.8%. This comes despite high oil prices and rising inflation and has implications for the US dollar and the prospects of the US being able to grow out of its debt problem.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S05 Ep01 Energy Market Update: Oil markets caught between diplomacy and disruption</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1722118</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent’s sharp swings, from $97 to above $108 a barrel, reflecting the uncertainty over renewed US-Iran talks and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:37:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S05 Ep01 Energy Market Update: Oil markets caught between diplomacy and disruption</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>5:49</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent’s sharp swings, from $97 to above $108 a barrel, reflecting the uncertainty over renewed US-Iran talks and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>No Ordinary Wednesday | South Africa’s race to get connected</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1720711</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[South Africa’s digital infrastructure is expanding rapidly, from data centres and fibre networks to satellites. But can the country provide the power, capital and regulatory certainty needed to turn digital investment into lasting growth?<br />
 <br />
On No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Investec CIB’s Louise Pillay, a telecoms and media analyst, and David Abbey, a leveraged finance specialist, about what is driving demand, where the risk of overbuilding lies and what it will take to connect more of the country.<br />
<br />
Chapters: <br />
00:00 - Digital infrastructure as a growth engine<br />
01:58 - How digital infrastructure has evolved<br />
03:17 - Coverage versus digital inclusion<br />
04:54 - What is driving demand for data centres and AI infrastructure?<br />
06:08 - Is there a risk of overbuilding?<br />
07:34 - Is grid access the bigger constraint for data centres?<br />
08:45 - Power, water and social licence<br />
10:53 - What makes a digital infrastructure project financeable?<br />
12:04 - Can new rules speed up fibre rollout?<br />
13:34 - Satellite versus fibre and mobile<br />
14:47 - Does satellite change the economics of rural connectivity?<br />
15:42 - How should policymakers regulate competing technologies?<br />
16:38 - Who will fund the next phase of broadband build-out?<br />
17:30 - What could change the outlook for the sector? <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:06:08.000" title="Is there a risk of overbuilding?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:34.000" title="Is grid access the bigger constraint for data centres?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:08:45.000" title="Power, water and social licence" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:10:53.000" title="What makes a digital infrastructure project financeable?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:04.000" title=" Can new rules speed up fibre rollout?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:34.000" title="Satellite versus fibre and mobile" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:14:47.000" title="Does satellite change the economics of rural connectivity?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:42.000" title="How should policymakers regulate competing technologies?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:16:38.000" title="Who will fund the next phase of broadband build-out?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:17:30.000" title="What could change the outlook for the sector?" />
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				<itunes:title>No Ordinary Wednesday | South Africa’s race to get connected</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>19:37</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[South Africa’s digital infrastructure is expanding rapidly, from data centres and fibre networks to satellites. But can the country provide the power, capital and regulatory certainty needed to turn digital investment into lasting growth?
 
On No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Investec CIB’s Louise Pillay, a telecoms and media analyst, and David Abbey, a leveraged finance specialist, about what is driving demand, where the risk of overbuilding lies and what it will take to connect more of the country.

Chapters: 
00:00 - Digital infrastructure as a growth engine
01:58 - How digital infrastructure has evolved
03:17 - Coverage versus digital inclusion
04:54 - What is driving demand for data centres and AI infrastructure?
06:08 - Is there a risk of overbuilding?
07:34 - Is grid access the bigger constraint for data centres?
08:45 - Power, water and social licence
10:53 - What makes a digital infrastructure project financeable?
12:04 - Can new rules speed up fibre rollout?
13:34 - Satellite versus fibre and mobile
14:47 - Does satellite change the economics of rural connectivity?
15:42 - How should policymakers regulate competing technologies?
16:38 - Who will fund the next phase of broadband build-out?
17:30 - What could change the outlook for the sector?]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Investec Minds Ep 4: Chris Griffith on leading mining through crisis</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1720304</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In conversation with Head of Investec Equity Research Nkateko Mathonsi, former Gold Fields CEO Chris Griffith reflects on the high-stakes decisions that shaped his mining career, from investing through downturns to balancing business survival with its human cost.<br />
In this episode:<br />
00:00: Introduction<br />
01:08: A $1bn ambition for Africa<br />
02:28: From miner to CEO<br />
05:31: Defending mining rights and the rule of law<br />
13:43: The human cost of restructuring <br />
20:48: Yamana: A question of timing<br />
25:07: Balancing growth and shareholder returns<br />
27:38: The people behind an illustrious career<br />
29:42: Doing right when it matters<br />
30:10: Quick-fire questions<br />
30:33: Outro <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:02:28.000" title="From miner to CEO" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:31.000" title="Defending mining rights and the rule of law" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:43.000" title="The human cost of restructuring" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:48.000" title="Yamana: A question of timing" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:25:07.000" title="Balancing growth and shareholder returns" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:27:38.000" title="The people behind an illustrious career" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:29:42.000" title="Doing right when it matters" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:30:10.000" title="Quick-fire questions" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:30:33.000" title="Outro" />
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				<itunes:title>Investec Minds Ep 4: Chris Griffith on leading mining through crisis</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>32:04</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In conversation with Head of Investec Equity Research Nkateko Mathonsi, former Gold Fields CEO Chris Griffith reflects on the high-stakes decisions that shaped his mining career, from investing through downturns to balancing business survival with its human cost.
In this episode:
00:00: Introduction
01:08: A $1bn ambition for Africa
02:28: From miner to CEO
05:31: Defending mining rights and the rule of law
13:43: The human cost of restructuring 
20:48: Yamana: A question of timing
25:07: Balancing growth and shareholder returns
27:38: The people behind an illustrious career
29:42: Doing right when it matters
30:10: Quick-fire questions
30:33: Outro]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Pre-close statement 18 September 2026</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1720166</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Listen to the audio recording of the Trading Update <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/welcome-to-investec/about-us/investor-relations.html">Investec Investor Relations</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Pre-close statement 18 September 2026</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>15:33</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Listen to the audio recording of the Trading Update]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3192">Investec Results</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday ep 132: Central banks on a hiking path</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1720038</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Fed hiked rates last week amid resilient economic growth and higher inflation, much of it due to higher fuel prices at the pump, while the Bank of Japan also increased borrowing costs, with more likely to come. South Africa’s Reserve Bank is likely to follow suit this week, as inflation expectations remain elevated. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:22:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday ep 132: Central banks on a hiking path</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>6:22</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Fed hiked rates last week amid resilient economic growth and higher inflation, much of it due to higher fuel prices at the pump, while the Bank of Japan also increased borrowing costs, with more likely to come. South Africa’s Reserve Bank is likely to follow suit this week, as inflation expectations remain elevated.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep50 Energy Market Update: Could Brent crude climb back above $120?</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1717461</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude has surged above $106 a barrel after touching $110 last week, as threats to Saudi exports deepen concerns over global supply. Disruption in the Red Sea, Houthi advances and an attack that shut a key Saudi pipeline have raised the risk of a wider regional conflict.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep50 Energy Market Update: Could Brent crude climb back above $120?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:58</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude has surged above $106 a barrel after touching $110 last week, as threats to Saudi exports deepen concerns over global supply. Disruption in the Red Sea, Houthi advances and an attack that shut a key Saudi pipeline have raised the risk of a wider regional conflict.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep131: Fed meets as oil prices rise</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1717445</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gains by Houthi rebels in recent days have placed further upward pressure on oil prices, with benchmark rates up about 3% on Monday morning, while bond yields have risen since the start of the war. Against this backdrop, the Fed meets this week to decide on interest rates, and, according to Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, many economists are expecting a hike. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep131: Fed meets as oil prices rise</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Gains by Houthi rebels in recent days have placed further upward pressure on oil prices, with benchmark rates up about 3% on Monday morning, while bond yields have risen since the start of the war. Against this backdrop, the Fed meets this week to decide on interest rates, and, according to Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, many economists are expecting a hike.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>The signals from oil, bonds and inflation</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil, bond yields and inflation are sending a more cautious signal on the global outlook. Growth has held up better than expected. But energy markets remain tight, long-term borrowing costs are rising, and central banks are weighing the risk of another inflation shock. In the latest No Ordinary Wednesday, Ellie Henderson and Callum Macpherson of Investec UK discuss what the oil market, sovereign bonds and economic data are telling us now. They also explore what this means for interest rates and corporate investment. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>The signals from oil, bonds and inflation</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil, bond yields and inflation are sending a more cautious signal on the global outlook. Growth has held up better than expected. But energy markets remain tight, long-term borrowing costs are rising, and central banks are weighing the risk of another inflation shock. In the latest No Ordinary Wednesday, Ellie Henderson and Callum Macpherson of Investec UK discuss what the oil market, sovereign bonds and economic data are telling us now. They also explore what this means for interest rates and corporate investment.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil, bond yields and inflation are sending a more cautious signal on the global outlook.<br />
Growth has held up better than expected. But energy markets remain tight, long-term borrowing costs are rising, and central banks are weighing the risk of another inflation shock.<br />
<br />
In the latest No Ordinary Wednesday, Ellie Henderson and Callum Macpherson of Investec UK discuss what the oil market, sovereign bonds and economic data are telling us now.<br />
<br />
They also explore what this means for interest rates, corporate investment and the risks facing South Africa. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:02:17.000" title="Oil prices point to disruption into 2027" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:29.000" title="When does an energy shock become an inflation problem?" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:07:01.000" title="Refined fuels reveal the real energy squeeze" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:10:29.000" title="The Fed faces the toughest policy call" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:44.000" title="Managing commodity risk when prices could move sharply" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:08.000" title="Higher yields make corporate investment harder" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:14:15.000" title="Middle East conflict remains the biggest risk to the outlook" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:06.000" title="Diesel spreads signal when energy markets are normalising" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:53.000" title="Physical energy flows will tell the real story" />
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				<itunes:title>No Ordinary Wednesday | The signals from oil, bonds and inflation</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil, bond yields and inflation are sending a more cautious signal on the global outlook.
Growth has held up better than expected. But energy markets remain tight, long-term borrowing costs are rising, and central banks are weighing the risk of another inflation shock.

In the latest No Ordinary Wednesday, Ellie Henderson and Callum Macpherson of Investec UK discuss what the oil market, sovereign bonds and economic data are telling us now.

They also explore what this means for interest rates, corporate investment and the risks facing South Africa.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep130: Crude prices, US jobs place focus on interest rates</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1714993</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Crude oil prices have risen over 20% in the last month, and this problem seems unlikely to be resolved quickly: prediction markets put only a 30% likelihood of normal flows through the Strait of Hormuz by December. Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management says with services inflation pressures also rising, and jobs numbers looking stronger, markets are pointing to rate hikes by the Fed. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep130: Crude prices, US jobs place focus on interest rates</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>8:08</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Crude oil prices have risen over 20% in the last month, and this problem seems unlikely to be resolved quickly: prediction markets put only a 30% likelihood of normal flows through the Strait of Hormuz by December. Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management says with services inflation pressures also rising, and jobs numbers looking stronger, markets are pointing to rate hikes by the Fed.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep49 Energy Market Update: Oil prices climb as US-Iran tensions disrupt shipping</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1714984</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude has climbed above $97 a barrel, its highest level since mid-July, as renewed US-Iran tensions disrupt shipping and keep markets on edge. In this episode, we examine the tit-for-tat attacks, emerging risks around the Strait of Hormuz and why intermittent calm may only encourage a stop-start cycle in oil flows.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:42:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep49 Energy Market Update: Oil prices climb as US-Iran tensions disrupt shipping</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:duration>3:51</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude has climbed above $97 a barrel, its highest level since mid-July, as renewed US-Iran tensions disrupt shipping and keep markets on edge. In this episode, we examine the tit-for-tat attacks, emerging risks around the Strait of Hormuz and why intermittent calm may only encourage a stop-start cycle in oil flows.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep48 Energy Market Update: Strait tensions keep energy markets on edge</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude is back above $90 a barrel after renewed US-Iran hostilities reversed last week’s slide towards $85. In this episode, we examine the fragile diplomacy around the Strait of Hormuz, the latest exchange of fire and why geopolitical risk is keeping energy prices elevated.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:35:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep48 Energy Market Update: Strait tensions keep energy markets on edge</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:20</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude is back above $90 a barrel after renewed US-Iran hostilities reversed last week’s slide towards $85. In this episode, we examine the fragile diplomacy around the Strait of Hormuz, the latest exchange of fire and why geopolitical risk is keeping energy prices elevated.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep129: Warsh’s hawkish speech</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[New Fed chief Kevin Warsh delivered a hawkish speech at the Jackson Hole symposium of central bankers on Friday, leading to a stronger US dollar and increased expectations of rate hikes this year and next year. Investec Investment Management’s Investment Strategist Osagyefo Mazwai examines what this means for the US economy, as well as emerging market currencies like the rand. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep129: Warsh’s hawkish speech</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>9:14</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[New Fed chief Kevin Warsh delivered a hawkish speech at the Jackson Hole symposium of central bankers on Friday, leading to a stronger US dollar and increased expectations of rate hikes this year and next year. Investec Investment Management’s Investment Strategist Osagyefo Mazwai examines what this means for the US economy, as well as emerging market currencies like the rand.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>No Ordinary Wednesday | The economics of tourism in SA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[South Africa’s growth challenge is shifting from reform to delivery. Tourism is part of that test.<br />
International arrivals rose 12.3% in the first half of 2026. And phase III of the government-business Partnership now puts the sector firmly on the growth agenda, with a focus on air access, visas, safety and infrastructure.<br />
On No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs and Investec economist Lara Hodes examine what it will take to turn that momentum into investment, jobs and sustained growth.<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:01:31.000" title="From recovery to expansion" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:03:57.000" title="What drives tourism value?" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:08:02.000" title="Removing barriers to tourism growth" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>No Ordinary Wednesday | The economics of tourism in SA</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[South Africa’s growth challenge is shifting from reform to delivery. Tourism is part of that test.
International arrivals rose 12.3% in the first half of 2026. And phase III of the government-business Partnership now puts the sector firmly on the growth agenda, with a focus on air access, visas, safety and infrastructure.
On No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs and Investec economist Lara Hodes examine what it will take to turn that momentum into investment, jobs and sustained growth.

Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 54: Protecting property wealth</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1710214</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Property is often seen as one of the more reliable ways to build long-term wealth. It’s tangible, familiar and, for many South Africans, an important part of their financial plan. But investing in property comes with risks that can be easy to overlook, from hidden costs and changing rental yields to considerations around what happens if you’re no longer able to earn an income. In this episode of Everything Counts, we look beyond the property itself to explore what it really takes to build a resilient property investment strategy. Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Sinenhlanhla Sithomo, head of insurance business at Investec, and Elsie Rateiwa, head of financial services at Lightstone Property, to unpack the risks, potential returns and the importance of protecting the income behind your investment.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:05 Investment property as part of a broader wealth strategy<br />
01:39 What are the risks of investing in property?<br />
03:10 Is buying property in Cape Town a good investment?<br />
04:52 The need for liquid cash when you own an investment property<br />
05:48 Risk of buying multiple properties in a concentrated area<br />
06:25 What are the hidden costs of investing in property?<br />
07:30 How to financially prepare to buy a house<br />
08:28 How to calculate cash flow resistance<br />
09:51 How to calculate a realistic return on investment in property<br />
10:40 Protecting the income that maintains your property investment<br />
11:42 The benefits of having life insurance and mortgage protection insurance<br />
12:07 Does mortgage protection insurance cover you if you become disabled?<br />
13:34 Why people don’t see themselves as assets to insure<br />
14:25 What insurance do I need for investment property?<br />
16:40 Life cover vs mortgage protection cover for property investments<br />
18:25 What to consider if you have multiple investment properties<br />
21:50 How long to see return on investment in property?<br />
24:52 How to identify a good area to buy investment property in?<br />
25:36 Key takeaways for investing in property<br />
26:53 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 54: Protecting property wealth</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1710214_20260824_102104_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>28:33</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Property is often seen as one of the more reliable ways to build long-term wealth. It’s tangible, familiar and, for many South Africans, an important part of their financial plan. But investing in property comes with risks that can be easy to overlook, from hidden costs and changing rental yields to considerations around what happens if you’re no longer able to earn an income. In this episode of Everything Counts, we look beyond the property itself to explore what it really takes to build a resilient property investment strategy. Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Sinenhlanhla Sithomo, head of insurance business at Investec, and Elsie Rateiwa, head of financial services at Lightstone Property, to unpack the risks, potential returns and the importance of protecting the income behind your investment.

00:00 Introduction
01:05 Investment property as part of a broader wealth strategy
01:39 What are the risks of investing in property?
03:10 Is buying property in Cape Town a good investment?
04:52 The need for liquid cash when you own an investment property
05:48 Risk of buying multiple properties in a concentrated area
06:25 What are the hidden costs of investing in property?
07:30 How to financially prepare to buy a house
08:28 How to calculate cash flow resistance
09:51 How to calculate a realistic return on investment in property
10:40 Protecting the income that maintains your property investment
11:42 The benefits of having life insurance and mortgage protection insurance
12:07 Does mortgage protection insurance cover you if you become disabled?
13:34 Why people don’t see themselves as assets to insure
14:25 What insurance do I need for investment property?
16:40 Life cover vs mortgage protection cover for property investments
18:25 What to consider if you have multiple investment properties
21:50 How long to see return on investment in property?
24:52 How to identify a good area to buy investment property in?
25:36 Key takeaways for investing in property
26:53 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep47 Energy Market Update: Renewed US-Iran tensions could push Brent above $100</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1710224</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude approached $95 a barrel last week, its highest since mid-July, as markets reacted to Iran’s missile attack on the UAE and President Trump’s plan to isolate Iran economically. Investors fear prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz or renewed attacks on Gulf infrastructure.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep47 Energy Market Update: Renewed US-Iran tensions could push Brent above $100</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1710224_20260824_103936_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>3:01</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude approached $95 a barrel last week, its highest since mid-July, as markets reacted to Iran’s missile attack on the UAE and President Trump’s plan to isolate Iran economically. Investors fear prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz or renewed attacks on Gulf infrastructure.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep128: US bond market intervention fails to bring down yields</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1710203</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Moves by the US Treasury to intervene in the bond market failed to bring down yields meaningfully, and the continuing worsening of the US’s fiscal position may explain why. According to Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, the US’s debt-to-GDP ratio is above 100% and seems set to remain above that level, with tax hikes politically unpalatable and little room to cut spending in areas such as defense, healthcare and social security. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:06:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep128: US bond market intervention fails to bring down yields</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1710203_20260824_100734_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>4:59</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Moves by the US Treasury to intervene in the bond market failed to bring down yields meaningfully, and the continuing worsening of the US’s fiscal position may explain why. According to Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, the US’s debt-to-GDP ratio is above 100% and seems set to remain above that level, with tax hikes politically unpalatable and little room to cut spending in areas such as defense, healthcare and social security.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep127: The Fed’s difficult position</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1707697</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The US Federal Reserve finds itself in a difficult position. The US economy has been shedding jobs, and wage growth is soft. At the same time, says Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, government debt continues to grind higher while inflation remains elevated, mainly the result of higher energy prices – meaning there’s a chance of rates being hiked in the coming months. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep127: The Fed’s difficult position</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>7:44</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The US Federal Reserve finds itself in a difficult position. The US economy has been shedding jobs, and wage growth is soft. At the same time, says Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, government debt continues to grind higher while inflation remains elevated, mainly the result of higher energy prices – meaning there’s a chance of rates being hiked in the coming months.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep46 Energy Market Update: UK fuel costs face prolonged pressure from supply disruption</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1707694</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude remains in the high $80s as hopes fade for a US–Iran agreement and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz stays severely disrupted. Longer-dated crude prices suggest continued uncertainty, while gasoil futures point to sustained pressure on UK diesel and jet fuel costs.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep46 Energy Market Update: UK fuel costs face prolonged pressure from supply disruption</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1707694_20260817_102758_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>4:37</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude remains in the high $80s as hopes fade for a US–Iran agreement and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz stays severely disrupted. Longer-dated crude prices suggest continued uncertainty, while gasoil futures point to sustained pressure on UK diesel and jet fuel costs.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Investec Minds Ep 3: Sipho Maseko on the hard decisions that define leaders</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1706809</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[What does leadership look like after the CEO title falls away? In this episode of Investec Minds, former Telkom Group CEO Sipho Maseko joins Investec's Nkateko Mathonsi and Louise Pillay to reflect on leadership, business transformation and South Africa's future. <br />
Drawing on his experience at Telkom, Vodacom and BP Southern Africa, Maseko shares lessons from leading one of South Africa's most significant corporate turnarounds and the personal cost of making difficult decisions. <br />
The conversation explores Africa's infrastructure deficit, satellite broadband, regulation, AI investment, digital transformation, pay TV, sport and the economics of content. Maseko also discusses the opportunities he sees for South Africa and the continent over the coming decades. <br />
His most powerful leadership insight? “People should feel you.” <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:01:33.000" title="Building to 2050" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:02:45.000" title="Beyond the CEO seat " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:51.000" title="The Telkom test" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:06:05.000" title="The cost of a turnaround" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:15.000" title="Balancing old rules and new technology" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:14:03.000" title="Africa’s infrastructure gap" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:16:35.000" title="The long road to AI returns" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:21:17.000" title="The content calculus " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:27:36.000" title="The family dividend" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:29:55.000" title="Quickfire questions" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:30:32.000" title="People before numbers" />
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				<itunes:title>Investec Minds Ep 3: Sipho Maseko on the hard decisions that define leaders</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>33:34</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[What does leadership look like after the CEO title falls away? In this episode of Investec Minds, former Telkom Group CEO Sipho Maseko joins Investec's Nkateko Mathonsi and Louise Pillay to reflect on leadership, business transformation and South Africa's future. 
Drawing on his experience at Telkom, Vodacom and BP Southern Africa, Maseko shares lessons from leading one of South Africa's most significant corporate turnarounds and the personal cost of making difficult decisions. 
The conversation explores Africa's infrastructure deficit, satellite broadband, regulation, AI investment, digital transformation, pay TV, sport and the economics of content. Maseko also discusses the opportunities he sees for South Africa and the continent over the coming decades. 
His most powerful leadership insight? “People should feel you.”]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Investec PLC AGM 2026</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1706315</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Results, corporate announcements and news about Investec. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/welcome-to-investec/about-us/investor-relations.html">Investec Investor Relations</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Investec PLC AGM 2026</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>23:58</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Results, corporate announcements and news about Investec.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3192">Investec Results</source>
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		<title>Investec Limited AGM</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1706312</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Results, corporate announcements and news about Investec. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/welcome-to-investec/about-us/investor-relations.html">Investec Investor Relations</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Investec Limited AGM</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>6:05</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Results, corporate announcements and news about Investec.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3192">Investec Results</source>
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		<title>No Ordinary Wednesday Ep 133 | Bond markets: A licence to yield.</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The easy gains may be over, but the case for bonds is not. Annelise Peers, Chief Investment Officer at Investec Bank Switzerland, and Awongiwe Booi, Fixed Income Analyst at Investec Investment Management in South Africa, unpack why attractive yields, easing inflation and South Africa’s underpriced reform story could make fixed income a source of return, not just protection, and what could still spoil the opportunity. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:02:30.000" title=" Does the South African fixed income case still hold?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:59.000" title="Could stronger consumer demand become the next inflation risk?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:06:01.000" title=" How should investors distinguish temporary from persistent inflation?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:22.000" title="Are US bond investors being paid to wait?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:23.000" title="What is underpinning the rand’s resilience?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:31.000" title="Is fixed income becoming a return asset rather than just a hedge?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:45.000" title="Where is the strongest opportunity in South African fixed income?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:04.000" title="Can long-term bond yields stay high as central banks cut rates?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:16:31.000" title="What would prove South Africa’s fiscal consolidation is durable?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:18:07.000" title="Which indicators point to a global Goldilocks scenario?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:19:32.000" title="What should South African investors watch through year-end?" />
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				<itunes:title>No Ordinary Wednesday Ep 133 | Bond markets: A licence to yield.</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>21:47</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The easy gains may be over, but the case for bonds is not. Annelise Peers, Chief Investment Officer at Investec Bank Switzerland, and Awongiwe Booi, Fixed Income Analyst at Investec Investment Management in South Africa, unpack why attractive yields, easing inflation and South Africa’s underpriced reform story could make fixed income a source of return, not just protection, and what could still spoil the opportunity.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 53: Tips for tax filing season in South Africa</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1705547</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode of Everything Counts, we unpack one of the most overlooked opportunities to improve your financial position: your tax return.<br />
Many people treat tax filing season as a simple compliance exercise and move on. But as our experts explain, your SARS tax return is actually a powerful financial health check that can help you avoid costly mistakes, stay compliant, and even unlock additional value.<br />
We dive into:<br />
●	Why you should rethink how you approach tax filing<br />
●	The risks of blindly accepting SARS auto assessments<br />
●	Common tax mistakes that could cost you money<br />
●	Medical aid deductions and what you might be missing<br />
●	Travel claims, cost-to-company structuring, and share incentives<br />
●	What happens during a SARS audit (and how to prepare)<br />
Whether you're a salaried employee, high-income earner, or managing multiple income streams, this episode gives practical, actionable insights to help you file with confidence and make sure you aren’t unknowingly leaving money on the table.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:15 Tax filing beyond compliance<br />
01:48 What changes to report to SARS<br />
03:50 Tax returns as a financial health check<br />
04:43 The importance of keeping track of your own numbers<br />
05:27 Should I accept SARS auto assessment?<br />
06:45 Changes to tax auto assessments for 2026<br />
07:37 How to submit medical aid tax certificate to SARS<br />
09:30 Beyond medical certificates for tax<br />
10:30 Disability claim SARS<br />
12:06 Is travel allowance tax deductible?<br />
15:30 Structuring a tax efficient remuneration package<br />
17:13 Tax implications on shares<br />
18:36 What does it mean if SARS is auditing you?<br />
20:00 Tax verification vs audit<br />
21:15 The value of a tax practitioner if you are audited<br />
21:50 Audit mistakes to avoid<br />
23:00 Tax audit tips for high net worth individuals<br />
24:38 How to maximise your tax refund<br />
36:40 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 53: Tips for tax filing season in South Africa</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1705547_20260810_135322_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>28:44</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Everything Counts, we unpack one of the most overlooked opportunities to improve your financial position: your tax return.
Many people treat tax filing season as a simple compliance exercise and move on. But as our experts explain, your SARS tax return is actually a powerful financial health check that can help you avoid costly mistakes, stay compliant, and even unlock additional value.
We dive into:
●	Why you should rethink how you approach tax filing
●	The risks of blindly accepting SARS auto assessments
●	Common tax mistakes that could cost you money
●	Medical aid deductions and what you might be missing
●	Travel claims, cost-to-company structuring, and share incentives
●	What happens during a SARS audit (and how to prepare)
Whether you're a salaried employee, high-income earner, or managing multiple income streams, this episode gives practical, actionable insights to help you file with confidence and make sure you aren’t unknowingly leaving money on the table.

00:00 Introduction
01:15 Tax filing beyond compliance
01:48 What changes to report to SARS
03:50 Tax returns as a financial health check
04:43 The importance of keeping track of your own numbers
05:27 Should I accept SARS auto assessment?
06:45 Changes to tax auto assessments for 2026
07:37 How to submit medical aid tax certificate to SARS
09:30 Beyond medical certificates for tax
10:30 Disability claim SARS
12:06 Is travel allowance tax deductible?
15:30 Structuring a tax efficient remuneration package
17:13 Tax implications on shares
18:36 What does it mean if SARS is auditing you?
20:00 Tax verification vs audit
21:15 The value of a tax practitioner if you are audited
21:50 Audit mistakes to avoid
23:00 Tax audit tips for high net worth individuals
24:38 How to maximise your tax refund
36:40 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep45 Energy Market Update: Oil markets await a breakthrough on the Strait of Hormuz</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1705508</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hopes of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pushed Brent below $80/b last week, but progress has proved elusive. With talks dragging on and tensions across the region continuing, confidence in a breakthrough is fading and Brent has climbed back to around $84/b.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:17:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep45 Energy Market Update: Oil markets await a breakthrough on the Strait of Hormuz</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1705508_20260810_102051_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>5:34</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hopes of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pushed Brent below $80/b last week, but progress has proved elusive. With talks dragging on and tensions across the region continuing, confidence in a breakthrough is fading and Brent has climbed back to around $84/b.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep44 Energy Market Update: Hormuz negotiations offer hope, but major differences remain</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1703312</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude has slipped below $83 a barrel after Donald Trump announced another ceasefire, echoing last week’s brief market relief before fighting resumed. This episode examines the binary outlook for oil: progress in talks or renewed hostilities.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep44 Energy Market Update: Hormuz negotiations offer hope, but major differences remain</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1703312_20260803_104046_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>3:20</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude has slipped below $83 a barrel after Donald Trump announced another ceasefire, echoing last week’s brief market relief before fighting resumed. This episode examines the binary outlook for oil: progress in talks or renewed hostilities.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep126: Slowing momentum in global equities</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1703301</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[While global equities are up strongly over the last year, there’s been a clear slowing in momentum in the last six months. According to Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, this implies that much of the strong US earnings performance has been priced into the market. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:21:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep126: Slowing momentum in global equities</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>9:51</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[While global equities are up strongly over the last year, there’s been a clear slowing in momentum in the last six months. According to Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, this implies that much of the strong US earnings performance has been priced into the market.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>No Ordinary Wednesday Ep 132: Investing in AI's next chapter</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1701366</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence is moving faster than almost anyone expected. After attending two of the world's biggest technology conferences in Boston and San Francisco, Investec global equity analysts David Smith and Zane Bezuidenhout unpack what they learned from the executives shaping AI's future. From surging demand and infrastructure bottlenecks to agentic AI and the companies best placed to benefit, they explore what investors should be watching next. <br />
<br />
00:00: Intro<br />
1:01: Demand for AI even stronger than expected<br />
2:07: Scale of demand has outstripped supply<br />
3:30: What is Agentic AI?<br />
4:44: When will agentic AI be truly embedded in our lives?<br />
5:27: The rise of “intelligence per dollar” and “token optimization”<br />
7:07: Are companies starting to see returns on their AI investments?<br />
8:26: For investors, what distinguishes the winners in the AI race?<br />
10:00: Continuity announcement: Investec Global Leaders Portfolio<br />
10:54: Is China closing in on the US when it comes to AI prowess?<br />
11:36: The increase of regulation<br />
12:28: AI opportunities beyond the Mag 7<br />
13:49: What could derail the AI investment story<br />
15:16: One message for investors<br />
15:57: Outro <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>No Ordinary Wednesday Ep 132: Investing in AI's next chapter</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1701366_20260811_163637_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>16:40</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence is moving faster than almost anyone expected. After attending two of the world's biggest technology conferences in Boston and San Francisco, Investec global equity analysts David Smith and Zane Bezuidenhout unpack what they learned from the executives shaping AI's future. From surging demand and infrastructure bottlenecks to agentic AI and the companies best placed to benefit, they explore what investors should be watching next. 

00:00: Intro
1:01: Demand for AI even stronger than expected
2:07: Scale of demand has outstripped supply
3:30: What is Agentic AI?
4:44: When will agentic AI be truly embedded in our lives?
5:27: The rise of “intelligence per dollar” and “token optimization”
7:07: Are companies starting to see returns on their AI investments?
8:26: For investors, what distinguishes the winners in the AI race?
10:00: Continuity announcement: Investec Global Leaders Portfolio
10:54: Is China closing in on the US when it comes to AI prowess?
11:36: The increase of regulation
12:28: AI opportunities beyond the Mag 7
13:49: What could derail the AI investment story
15:16: One message for investors
15:57: Outro]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 52: Has saving lost its meaning?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[We've all heard the advice. Save more. Spend less. Start earlier. <br />
In this episode of Everything Counts, Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Investec's Nirvashni Rajkumar (KZN team leader for the Investec financial planning team) and Dorothy Asomaning (Investec Wealth & Investment Wealth Manager) to explore why saving is about much more than building a bigger bank balance. Together they unpack how lifestyle inflation quietly limits our choices, why earning more doesn't always lead to greater financial freedom, and how giving your money a clear purpose can change the way you think about your future.<br />
<br />
In this episode, we discuss:<br />
•	Why traditional conversations about saving no longer resonate.<br />
•	How lifestyle inflation quietly reduces financial freedom.<br />
•	Why financial freedom is about choice, not income.<br />
•	How to give your savings a meaningful purpose.<br />
•	The realities of saving while supporting family.<br />
•	Why behaviour shapes financial outcomes more than good intentions.<br />
•	The simple question that can change the way you think about saving.<br />
If you've grown tired of traditional savings advice, this conversation offers a different perspective on what saving is really for.<br />
Watch now and subscribe for more conversations that prove when it comes to money, everything counts.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:20 Has saving lost its meaning?<br />
04:21 Why saving has become uninspiring<br />
07:10 Can you accidentally out-earn your freedom?<br />
08:23 The discipline of saving<br />
16:40 Lifestyle inflation and financial choice<br />
15:10 Saving while supporting family<br />
18:50 What future is your money building?<br />
20:35 Why behaviour matters more than willpower<br />
25:00 Giving your savings a purpose<br />
26:37 Closing thoughts <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 52: Has saving lost its meaning?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1700882_20260727_195354_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>27:53</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[We've all heard the advice. Save more. Spend less. Start earlier. 
In this episode of Everything Counts, Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Investec's Nirvashni Rajkumar (KZN team leader for the Investec financial planning team) and Dorothy Asomaning (Investec Wealth & Investment Wealth Manager) to explore why saving is about much more than building a bigger bank balance. Together they unpack how lifestyle inflation quietly limits our choices, why earning more doesn't always lead to greater financial freedom, and how giving your money a clear purpose can change the way you think about your future.

In this episode, we discuss:
•	Why traditional conversations about saving no longer resonate.
•	How lifestyle inflation quietly reduces financial freedom.
•	Why financial freedom is about choice, not income.
•	How to give your savings a meaningful purpose.
•	The realities of saving while supporting family.
•	Why behaviour shapes financial outcomes more than good intentions.
•	The simple question that can change the way you think about saving.
If you've grown tired of traditional savings advice, this conversation offers a different perspective on what saving is really for.
Watch now and subscribe for more conversations that prove when it comes to money, everything counts.

00:00 Introduction
01:20 Has saving lost its meaning?
04:21 Why saving has become uninspiring
07:10 Can you accidentally out-earn your freedom?
08:23 The discipline of saving
16:40 Lifestyle inflation and financial choice
15:10 Saving while supporting family
18:50 What future is your money building?
20:35 Why behaviour matters more than willpower
25:00 Giving your savings a purpose
26:37 Closing thoughts]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep43 Energy Market Update: Red Sea disruption keeps oil market on edge</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1700523</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent topped $100/b last week, driven by escalating US-Iran tensions and Houthi attacks threatening Saudi crude exports through the Red Sea. Prices have since retreated to around $90/b after the US paused action and Iran-Oman talks showed tentative progress. <br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep43 Energy Market Update: Red Sea disruption keeps oil market on edge</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:43</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent topped $100/b last week, driven by escalating US-Iran tensions and Houthi attacks threatening Saudi crude exports through the Red Sea. Prices have since retreated to around $90/b after the US paused action and Iran-Oman talks showed tentative progress. 

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep125: Excellent earnings season so far</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1700504</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Although US earnings for the second quarter have mostly beaten expectations, markets appear to have wanted more. Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, says even companies such as Alphabet that have beaten forecasts have seen declines in their prices after results. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep125: Excellent earnings season so far</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1700504_20260727_095715_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>7:49</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Although US earnings for the second quarter have mostly beaten expectations, markets appear to have wanted more. Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, says even companies such as Alphabet that have beaten forecasts have seen declines in their prices after results.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep42 Energy Market Update: Brent climbs above $90 as Middle East tensions hit energy markets</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1698053</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude has risen above $90 a barrel as escalating US-Iran tensions revive fears of prolonged energy disruption. Attacks on military, energy and water infrastructure, alongside the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, have pushed oil, diesel, jet fuel and gas prices higher.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:18:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep42 Energy Market Update: Brent climbs above $90 as Middle East tensions hit energy markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>5:16</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude has risen above $90 a barrel as escalating US-Iran tensions revive fears of prolonged energy disruption. Attacks on military, energy and water infrastructure, alongside the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, have pushed oil, diesel, jet fuel and gas prices higher.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep124: AI capex and competition concerns weigh on stock markets</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1698044</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Increased competition among LLMs and uncertainty about the return on investment on AI capex are all weighing on the market performance on momentum stocks, such as semiconductor firms. Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, looks at some of the dynamics in global stock markets. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep124: AI capex and competition concerns weigh on stock markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1698044_20260720_100433_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>8:13</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Increased competition among LLMs and uncertainty about the return on investment on AI capex are all weighing on the market performance on momentum stocks, such as semiconductor firms. Chris Holdsworth, Global Chief Investment Officer, Investec Investment Management, looks at some of the dynamics in global stock markets.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep 131: South Africa’s consumer crunch</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1696331</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are South African consumers past the worst of the fuel shock? Household budgets have been hit by higher fuel prices, rising inflation and pressure on real wages. But fuel prices are starting to fall. The risk is timing. Will relief arrive before households are forced to cut back further? Host Jeremy Maggs unpacks the consumer outlook with Annabel Bishop, Investec chief economist, on No Ordinary Wednesday. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:00:00.000" title="Introduction" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:01:23.000" title="What is the consumer telling us?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:02:32.000" title="What does the consumer signal for South Africa’s growth this year?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:04:11.000" title="What is squeezing households most?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:06:46.000" title="How hard has the fuel shock hit households?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:15.000" title="Ahead of the SARB decision, how have consumers handled a year of high rates?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:41.000" title="Does inflation block rate relief, or does weak growth keep it alive?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:49.000" title="Why do fuel prices fall slowly, and what does that mean for inflation?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:35.000" title="Are wages keeping pace, or is real income still being squeezed?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:16:56.000" title="What did South Africa learn from the last major El Niño episode?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:21:34.000" title="Six months from now, what could lift consumers?" />
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep 131: South Africa’s consumer crunch</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>24:23</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Are South African consumers past the worst of the fuel shock? Household budgets have been hit by higher fuel prices, rising inflation and pressure on real wages. But fuel prices are starting to fall. The risk is timing. Will relief arrive before households are forced to cut back further? Host Jeremy Maggs unpacks the consumer outlook with Annabel Bishop, Investec chief economist, on No Ordinary Wednesday.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 51: Managing global travel disruption</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1695484</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode of Everything Counts, we unpack the real-world impact of geopolitical tension on global travel, from grounded flights and closed airspace to the human stories behind stranded passengers. What happens behind the scenes when airlines, advisors, and entire systems are forced to respond in real time?<br />
Host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Paolo Giuricich, Head of Investec Travel, and Otto de Vries, CEO of ASATA, to explore how the travel industry navigates air travel disruptions, and what it means for you as a traveller.<br />
From operational chaos to extraordinary collaboration, and a powerful story of one family’s journey home, this conversation reveals a simple truth: travel works best when everything goes right, but its true value shows when everything goes wrong.<br />
Topics covered:<br />
●	How global conflict disrupts air travel systems<br />
●	What happens when major travel hubs shut down<br />
●	The role of travel advisors during crises<br />
●	Why travel insurance matters more than you think<br />
●	A real-life story of resilience, uncertainty, and getting home<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:10 How global conflict affects air travel<br />
02:05 What did airspace closures in the Middle East mean for travellers?<br />
06:03: Managing safety and expectations during airspace closures<br />
07:15 How Investec helped customers stranded due to airspace closures<br />
09:16 Behind-the-scenes crisis management during global travel disruption<br />
10:50 The role of relationships within the travel industry<br />
12:55 How travel insurance works during global travel disruption<br />
16:37 A family stranded in Doha: How Investec helped<br />
24:37 Benefits of using a travel advisor<br />
26:37 Key takeaways from airline disruption management<br />
28:17 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 51: Managing global travel disruption</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1695484_20260713_083233_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>29:05</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Everything Counts, we unpack the real-world impact of geopolitical tension on global travel, from grounded flights and closed airspace to the human stories behind stranded passengers. What happens behind the scenes when airlines, advisors, and entire systems are forced to respond in real time?
Host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Paolo Giuricich, Head of Investec Travel, and Otto de Vries, CEO of ASATA, to explore how the travel industry navigates air travel disruptions, and what it means for you as a traveller.
From operational chaos to extraordinary collaboration, and a powerful story of one family’s journey home, this conversation reveals a simple truth: travel works best when everything goes right, but its true value shows when everything goes wrong.
Topics covered:
●	How global conflict disrupts air travel systems
●	What happens when major travel hubs shut down
●	The role of travel advisors during crises
●	Why travel insurance matters more than you think
●	A real-life story of resilience, uncertainty, and getting home

00:00 Introduction
01:10 How global conflict affects air travel
02:05 What did airspace closures in the Middle East mean for travellers?
06:03: Managing safety and expectations during airspace closures
07:15 How Investec helped customers stranded due to airspace closures
09:16 Behind-the-scenes crisis management during global travel disruption
10:50 The role of relationships within the travel industry
12:55 How travel insurance works during global travel disruption
16:37 A family stranded in Doha: How Investec helped
24:37 Benefits of using a travel advisor
26:37 Key takeaways from airline disruption management
28:17 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep123: Headwinds and tailwinds for global growth</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1695517</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Global GDP growth looks set to be around 3% this year, as the global economy deals with headwinds from a supply shock because of the war with Iran and tailwinds from artificial intelligence spending, says Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International. While US and Chinese growth is set to slow marginally over the coming year, offset by rising growth in Europe, Japan and emerging markets ex-China. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:40:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep123: Headwinds and tailwinds for global growth</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Global GDP growth looks set to be around 3% this year, as the global economy deals with headwinds from a supply shock because of the war with Iran and tailwinds from artificial intelligence spending, says Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International. While US and Chinese growth is set to slow marginally over the coming year, offset by rising growth in Europe, Japan and emerging markets ex-China.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep122: Markets have a good first half of the year</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1692662</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Despite the war in the Gulf, the last six months have been good for global equities. While the US market’s performance has been in line with the overall global performance, the standout has been South Korea, which, says Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, has helped emerging markets to outperform. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep122: Markets have a good first half of the year</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>9:03</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Despite the war in the Gulf, the last six months have been good for global equities. While the US market’s performance has been in line with the overall global performance, the standout has been South Korea, which, says Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, has helped emerging markets to outperform.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep41 Energy Market Update: Crude oil flows remain resilient despite Gulf risk</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1692656</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent traded near $70/b last week, reflecting confidence that oil will keep moving out of the Persian Gulf despite continuing risks around the Strait of Hormuz. Some operators are using shuttle runs to maintain crude flows.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep41 Energy Market Update: Crude oil flows remain resilient despite Gulf risk</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:30</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent traded near $70/b last week, reflecting confidence that oil will keep moving out of the Persian Gulf despite continuing risks around the Strait of Hormuz. Some operators are using shuttle runs to maintain crude flows.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep 130 | Global economy: mid-year health check</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1691134</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The global economy has held up but that does not mean risk has faded.<br />
At the halfway point of 2026, growth has been stronger than feared and inflation has cooled, but not enough. Central banks remain cautious while energy markets are still exposed to Middle East disruption.<br />
<br />
For South Africa, the global backdrop feeds directly into the rand, inflation, capital flows, commodity prices and the Reserve Bank’s room to move.<br />
<br />
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Investec economists Ryan Djajasaputra and Annabel Bishop about what could shape the second half of the year.<br />
<br />
They discuss global growth, interest rates, fiscal credibility, South Africa’s investment case and the under appreciated risk of El Niño.<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now<br />
<br />
Key highlights:<br />
<br />
00:00 - Introduction<br />
01:34 - Why inflation and interest rates surprised markets<br />
04:26 - Global growth: Resilience amid uncertainty<br />
06:13 - What global trends mean for South Africa<br />
09:10 - South Africa's structural growth challenges<br />
10:46 - Rethinking emerging markets<br />
14:08 - Fiscal policy, debt and investor confidence<br />
18:59 - The biggest global and local risks ahead<br />
22:06 - South Africa's outlook: Risks and opportunities<br />
24:57 - The key global indicators to watch<br />
26:16 - South Africa's economic outlook <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:14:08.000" title="Fiscal policy, debt and investor confidence" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:18:59.000" title="The biggest global and local risks ahead" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep 130 | Global economy: mid-year health check</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>28:41</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The global economy has held up but that does not mean risk has faded.
At the halfway point of 2026, growth has been stronger than feared and inflation has cooled, but not enough. Central banks remain cautious while energy markets are still exposed to Middle East disruption.

For South Africa, the global backdrop feeds directly into the rand, inflation, capital flows, commodity prices and the Reserve Bank’s room to move.

In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Investec economists Ryan Djajasaputra and Annabel Bishop about what could shape the second half of the year.

They discuss global growth, interest rates, fiscal credibility, South Africa’s investment case and the under appreciated risk of El Niño.
Read more on www.investec.com/now

Key highlights:

00:00 - Introduction
01:34 - Why inflation and interest rates surprised markets
04:26 - Global growth: Resilience amid uncertainty
06:13 - What global trends mean for South Africa
09:10 - South Africa's structural growth challenges
10:46 - Rethinking emerging markets
14:08 - Fiscal policy, debt and investor confidence
18:59 - The biggest global and local risks ahead
22:06 - South Africa's outlook: Risks and opportunities
24:57 - The key global indicators to watch
26:16 - South Africa's economic outlook]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Sports Edition wrapped: How athletes turn short careers into long-term wealth</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1690302</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Athletes often have a decade or two to earn what needs to last a lifetime.<br />
So how do they turn short careers into long-term financial security?<br />
In Part 2 of the Everything Counts: Sports Edition Wrapped episodes, host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Springbok World Cup winner and Investec Sports head Schalk Brits, Investec financial adviser Vumi Dludlu, and wealth manager Moses Bokaba. Together, they unpack what athletes can do to move beyond simply earning money and start building lasting wealth.<br />
From investing and retirement planning to family responsibilities, financial structures and life after sport, this conversation explores the practical decisions that can help turn income into long-term security.<br />
In this episode:<br />
✔ Why a first contract should trigger structure, not lifestyle inflation<br />
✔ Why saving alone isn't enough to build wealth<br />
✔ The importance of liquidity, investing and long-term planning<br />
✔ How financial strategies differ across sports and career paths<br />
✔ Why athletes need tailored financial advice<br />
✔ Preparing for life after sport before retirement arrives<br />
✔ Building wealth that can support future generations<br />
While the examples come from sport, the lessons apply to anyone looking to make smarter financial decisions and build a more secure future.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:05 What athletes should do after signing a first major contract<br />
04:50 Common money mistakes athletes make early in their careers<br />
06:12 Why saving is not enough to build wealth<br />
09:27 Liquidity, investing and long-term financial planning<br />
12:20 Why athletes need tailored financial strategies<br />
15:20 Financial planning for footballers, golfers, rugby players and Paralympians<br />
15:53 Managing international careers and overseas income<br />
16:22 Planning for life after sport<br />
17:20 Retirement, identity and purpose beyond competition<br />
18:05 Investing in yourself through education and skills<br />
18:34 Building wealth that lasts for future generations<br />
19:21 Final financial lessons and practical takeaways<br />
20:22 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Sports Edition wrapped: How athletes turn short careers into long-term wealth</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>21:23</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Athletes often have a decade or two to earn what needs to last a lifetime.
So how do they turn short careers into long-term financial security?
In Part 2 of the Everything Counts: Sports Edition Wrapped episodes, host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Springbok World Cup winner and Investec Sports head Schalk Brits, Investec financial adviser Vumi Dludlu, and wealth manager Moses Bokaba. Together, they unpack what athletes can do to move beyond simply earning money and start building lasting wealth.
From investing and retirement planning to family responsibilities, financial structures and life after sport, this conversation explores the practical decisions that can help turn income into long-term security.
In this episode:
✔ Why a first contract should trigger structure, not lifestyle inflation
✔ Why saving alone isn't enough to build wealth
✔ The importance of liquidity, investing and long-term planning
✔ How financial strategies differ across sports and career paths
✔ Why athletes need tailored financial advice
✔ Preparing for life after sport before retirement arrives
✔ Building wealth that can support future generations
While the examples come from sport, the lessons apply to anyone looking to make smarter financial decisions and build a more secure future.

00:00 Introduction
01:05 What athletes should do after signing a first major contract
04:50 Common money mistakes athletes make early in their careers
06:12 Why saving is not enough to build wealth
09:27 Liquidity, investing and long-term financial planning
12:20 Why athletes need tailored financial strategies
15:20 Financial planning for footballers, golfers, rugby players and Paralympians
15:53 Managing international careers and overseas income
16:22 Planning for life after sport
17:20 Retirement, identity and purpose beyond competition
18:05 Investing in yourself through education and skills
18:34 Building wealth that lasts for future generations
19:21 Final financial lessons and practical takeaways
20:22 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep40 Energy Market Update: Oil markets stay calm as US-Iran tensions flare again</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1690447</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil markets enter the week looking calm despite renewed US-Iran tensions. Brent fell near $71 a barrel last Friday as hopes of normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz improved, before a drone strike on a container ship.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:48:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep40 Energy Market Update: Oil markets stay calm as US-Iran tensions flare again</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>5:41</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil markets enter the week looking calm despite renewed US-Iran tensions. Brent fell near $71 a barrel last Friday as hopes of normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz improved, before a drone strike on a container ship.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep121: The three factors weighing on commodities</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1690442</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s not just the oil price that’s fallen this month. Platinum, gold, iron ore and copper are also down. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says it reflects a softer Chinese economy, US dollar strength and a new Fed chief who’s a hawk on inflation. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep121: The three factors weighing on commodities</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1690442_20260629_093410_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>8:08</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[It’s not just the oil price that’s fallen this month. Platinum, gold, iron ore and copper are also down. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says it reflects a softer Chinese economy, US dollar strength and a new Fed chief who’s a hawk on inflation.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Investec Minds Ep 2: Anglo's Mark Cutifani on the decisions that define a career</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1690057</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode of Investec Minds, former Anglo American and AngloGold Ashanti CEO Mark Cutifani reflects on the leadership decisions that shaped his career and the mining industry. In conversation with Investec's Nkateko Mathonsi and Patrick Mann, he shares insights on navigating crises, transforming organisational culture, driving innovation, improving mine safety and why mining will play a pivotal role in the global energy transition and economic development.<br />
<br />
Chapters:<br />
00:00 Intro	<br />
01:58 What Mark is up to today	<br />
03:28 Leadership lessons	<br />
04:49 Mark's corporate transformation playbook	<br />
06:35 Leading through crises	<br />
10:37 Improving mine safety	<br />
12:14 Changing the mining narrative	<br />
14:52 Mining's greatest opportunity and risk	<br />
17:52 Mining's shift back to growth	<br />
19:40 Why mining needs scale to attract capital and innovate	<br />
22:47 How Africa can unlock critical minerals investment	<br />
25:36 The challenges of building a downstream industry	<br />
27:41 Quick-fire questions	<br />
29:29 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-minds-s2/mark-cutifani-on-the-decisions-that-define-a-career.html">Watch videos</a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<itunes:title>Investec Minds Ep 2: Anglo's Mark Cutifani on the decisions that define a career</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Investec Minds, former Anglo American and AngloGold Ashanti CEO Mark Cutifani reflects on the leadership decisions that shaped his career and the mining industry. In conversation with Investec's Nkateko Mathonsi and Patrick Mann, he shares insights on navigating crises, transforming organisational culture, driving innovation, improving mine safety and why mining will play a pivotal role in the global energy transition and economic development.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro	
01:58 What Mark is up to today	
03:28 Leadership lessons	
04:49 Mark's corporate transformation playbook	
06:35 Leading through crises	
10:37 Improving mine safety	
12:14 Changing the mining narrative	
14:52 Mining's greatest opportunity and risk	
17:52 Mining's shift back to growth	
19:40 Why mining needs scale to attract capital and innovate	
22:47 How Africa can unlock critical minerals investment	
25:36 The challenges of building a downstream industry	
27:41 Quick-fire questions	
29:29 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep39 Energy Market Update: Brent falls below $76/b after Initial U.S.–Iran agreement</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent fell below $76/b last week after the U.S. and Iran reached an initial agreement, easing some of the war-related risk premium. However, uncertainty remains over the Strait of Hormuz, the conflict in Lebanon, and whether energy flows can return to normal, leaving markets caught between short-term supply risks and a longer-term oversupply outlook.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:19:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep39 Energy Market Update: Brent falls below $76/b after Initial U.S.–Iran agreement</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>6:11</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent fell below $76/b last week after the U.S. and Iran reached an initial agreement, easing some of the war-related risk premium. However, uncertainty remains over the Strait of Hormuz, the conflict in Lebanon, and whether energy flows can return to normal, leaving markets caught between short-term supply risks and a longer-term oversupply outlook.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep120: New Fed chief commits to price stability</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1688118</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[While peace talks between the US and Iran have helped bring down oil prices and, with them, inflation expectations, Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says markets are reading Fed chief Kevin Warsh's commitment to price stability as a sign that a US rate hike is on the way. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:48:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep120: New Fed chief commits to price stability</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>9:56</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[While peace talks between the US and Iran have helped bring down oil prices and, with them, inflation expectations, Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says markets are reading Fed chief Kevin Warsh's commitment to price stability as a sign that a US rate hike is on the way.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep129: What the future of work means for today’s students</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1686434</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Is higher education keeping up with AI? For decades, the university degree has been treated as a reliable bridge between learning and work. AI is testing that bargain.<br />
As technology changes what employers need, higher education faces a sharper test - not whether it can produce graduates, but whether it can prepare people to think, adapt and contribute to an economy being reshaped in real time.<br />
<br />
In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, our host Jeremy Maggs, Jerome September, Dean of Student Affairs at Wits University and Lesley-Anne Gatter, Global Head of People & Organisation, examine what future readiness means for universities, employers and South Africa’s growth prospects.<br />
<br />
Listen to the full conversation to find out more.<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:02:32.000" title="Why education access is a growth constraint" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:43.000" title="What the future of work means for today’s students" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:26.000" title="What employers value when AI changes the work" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:16.000" title="How universities are adapting to the AI age" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:39.000" title="The talent test in an AI economy" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:25.000" title="Why education investment is economic investment" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:26.000" title="How universities balance skills, knowledge and purpose" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:14:01.000" title="Are we defining future skills too narrowly?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:34.000" title="Why future readiness starts before work" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:16:56.000" title="Which sectors face the sharpest skills test?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:17:42.000" title="What universities need from policy" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:19:12.000" title="The risk of universities falling behind" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:03.000" title="The economic cost of a future-skills gap" />
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep129: What the future of work means for today’s students</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>21:51</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Is higher education keeping up with AI? For decades, the university degree has been treated as a reliable bridge between learning and work. AI is testing that bargain.
As technology changes what employers need, higher education faces a sharper test - not whether it can produce graduates, but whether it can prepare people to think, adapt and contribute to an economy being reshaped in real time.

In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, our host Jeremy Maggs, Jerome September, Dean of Student Affairs at Wits University and Lesley-Anne Gatter, Global Head of People & Organisation, examine what future readiness means for universities, employers and South Africa’s growth prospects.

Listen to the full conversation to find out more.

Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep119: Markets welcome reports of peace deal</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1685989</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Markets welcomed reports of a US-Iran peace deal, with equity markets up and oil prices down sharply from recent highs. This could be good news for the global inflation outlook, though risks remain. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep119: Markets welcome reports of peace deal</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>11:15</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Markets welcomed reports of a US-Iran peace deal, with equity markets up and oil prices down sharply from recent highs. This could be good news for the global inflation outlook, though risks remain.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep38 Energy Market Update: Brent crude drops below $83 as US-Iran deal raises hopes for Gulf shipping recovery</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil markets eased sharply after the US and Iran agreed the outline of an interim deal, although the agreement has not yet been formally signed and key details remain unpublished. President Trump announced the removal of the US naval blockade and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while Pakistan confirmed a ceasefire between the parties.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep38 Energy Market Update: Brent crude drops below $83 as US-Iran deal raises hopes for Gulf shipping recovery</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:duration>3:25</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil markets eased sharply after the US and Iran agreed the outline of an interim deal, although the agreement has not yet been formally signed and key details remain unpublished. President Trump announced the removal of the US naval blockade and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while Pakistan confirmed a ceasefire between the parties.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Sports Edition wrapped: Financial literacy and sport</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Professional athletes can earn life-changing money before the age of 30.<br />
So why do so many still struggle financially after retirement?<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sport's Edition, Motheo Khoaripe quizzes former Springbok and Investec head of Sports, Schalk Brits, financial adviser Vumi Dludlu, and Wealth Manager Moses Bokaba on the financial realities athletes face behind the scenes.<br />
From sudden wealth and career-ending injuries to family pressure, lifestyle inflation and planning for life after sport, the conversation explores the money challenges that don't make the headlines.<br />
Whether you're a professional athlete, entrepreneur or simply trying to make smarter financial decisions, the lessons in this discussion apply far beyond sport.<br />
In this episode:<br />
✔ Why earning more doesn't automatically create wealth<br />
✔ The biggest financial mistakes athletes make<br />
✔ How to prepare for retirement while still competing<br />
✔ Managing pressure from family, friends and lifestyle expectations<br />
✔ Building a trusted team of financial experts<br />
✔ Turning short-term income into long-term wealth<br />
<br />
00:12 Introduction<br />
01:50 Why athletes need to prepare financially for retirement<br />
04:10 The role of financial advisers in an athlete's career<br />
07:00 The psychology of money management in professional sport<br />
09:30 Building the right financial team<br />
11:12 Managing wealth during a limited earning window<br />
15:00 Making your money work harder through investing<br />
16:24 Why financial literacy matters in sport<br />
18:07 Discipline in sport versus discipline with money<br />
19:31 Avoiding common financial mistakes<br />
23:00 Managing social and lifestyle spending pressures<br />
25:07 The impact of financial stress on performance<br />
26:58 Estate planning and family financial conversations<br />
28:22 Managing local and international income streams<br />
30:25 Long-term financial planning for athletes<br />
32:20 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Sports Edition wrapped: Financial literacy and sport</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>32:56</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Professional athletes can earn life-changing money before the age of 30.
So why do so many still struggle financially after retirement?
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sport's Edition, Motheo Khoaripe quizzes former Springbok and Investec head of Sports, Schalk Brits, financial adviser Vumi Dludlu, and Wealth Manager Moses Bokaba on the financial realities athletes face behind the scenes.
From sudden wealth and career-ending injuries to family pressure, lifestyle inflation and planning for life after sport, the conversation explores the money challenges that don't make the headlines.
Whether you're a professional athlete, entrepreneur or simply trying to make smarter financial decisions, the lessons in this discussion apply far beyond sport.
In this episode:
✔ Why earning more doesn't automatically create wealth
✔ The biggest financial mistakes athletes make
✔ How to prepare for retirement while still competing
✔ Managing pressure from family, friends and lifestyle expectations
✔ Building a trusted team of financial experts
✔ Turning short-term income into long-term wealth

00:12 Introduction
01:50 Why athletes need to prepare financially for retirement
04:10 The role of financial advisers in an athlete's career
07:00 The psychology of money management in professional sport
09:30 Building the right financial team
11:12 Managing wealth during a limited earning window
15:00 Making your money work harder through investing
16:24 Why financial literacy matters in sport
18:07 Discipline in sport versus discipline with money
19:31 Avoiding common financial mistakes
23:00 Managing social and lifestyle spending pressures
25:07 The impact of financial stress on performance
26:58 Estate planning and family financial conversations
28:22 Managing local and international income streams
30:25 Long-term financial planning for athletes
32:20 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep37 Energy Market Update: Brent nears $98 as Iran-Israel tensions rekindle supply fears</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude briefly approached $98/bbl after renewed military exchanges between Iran and Israel heightened concerns over Middle East supply risks. Iran launched rockets following Israeli strikes in Beirut, while Israel subsequently targeted Iranian military sites despite reported US efforts to restrain escalation.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep37 Energy Market Update: Brent nears $98 as Iran-Israel tensions rekindle supply fears</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:57</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude briefly approached $98/bbl after renewed military exchanges between Iran and Israel heightened concerns over Middle East supply risks. Iran launched rockets following Israeli strikes in Beirut, while Israel subsequently targeted Iranian military sites despite reported US efforts to restrain escalation.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep118: US economic data point to higher interest rates</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Economic data in the US, such as jobs growth, have surprised to the upside of late, pointing to a resilient economy. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says this strength has unsettled markets, on rising expectations of rate hikes by the Fed. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep118: US economic data point to higher interest rates</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>9:59</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Economic data in the US, such as jobs growth, have surprised to the upside of late, pointing to a resilient economy. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says this strength has unsettled markets, on rising expectations of rate hikes by the Fed.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Wine as an asset: what collectors look for</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marble's head sommelier, Wikus Human and Investec's Roy van Eck, discuss what to consider when graduating from casual wine purchaser to wine collector. Together with host Palesa Mapheelle, they explain how to identifying age-worthy vintages, and the risks and rewards of investing in wine to make a financial return. They also share their personal journeys into wine, what mistakes they they've made along the way, and why South African wines may still represent an undervalued opportunity.<br />
KEY MOMENTS:<br />
00:00: Introduction to Wine in Focus<br />
00:38 Recognising the storms in Western Cape Winelands <br />
00:58: Introduction to guests <br />
01:56: The start of the wine journey for Wikus and Roy<br />
04:02: Collecting wine for investment or consumption<br />
05:00: How do you know that a wine is worth aging?<br />
06:08: How sommeliers keep personal tastes at bay<br />
07:03: Never buy one bottle at a time: Lessons on purchasing<br />
08:00: The risks associated with investing in wine <br />
09:51: Liv-Ex Fine Wine 1000 Index: Wine returns on the sharp decline <br />
11:11: The reason behind falling wine prices <br />
13:17: “En primeur” explained: buying wine still in the barrel<br />
15:29: Wine regions and wine varietals worth noting<br />
17:22: 2014 and 2023 deemed poor vintages but not across the board<br />
17:44: SA offers quality and affordability<br />
19:22: A sommelier’s observations on changing wine behaviour <br />
20:50 When to drink a wine and when to hold onto it?<br />
21:57: The future of SA’s wine market<br />
23:49: One wine moment that Wikus and Roy will never forget<br />
26:46: Outro <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/wine-in-focus.html">Wine in Focus series page</a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<itunes:title>Wine as an asset: what collectors look for</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Marble's head sommelier, Wikus Human and Investec's Roy van Eck, discuss what to consider when graduating from casual wine purchaser to wine collector. Together with host Palesa Mapheelle, they explain how to identifying age-worthy vintages, and the risks and rewards of investing in wine to make a financial return. They also share their personal journeys into wine, what mistakes they they've made along the way, and why South African wines may still represent an undervalued opportunity.
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00: Introduction to Wine in Focus
00:38 Recognising the storms in Western Cape Winelands 
00:58: Introduction to guests 
01:56: The start of the wine journey for Wikus and Roy
04:02: Collecting wine for investment or consumption
05:00: How do you know that a wine is worth aging?
06:08: How sommeliers keep personal tastes at bay
07:03: Never buy one bottle at a time: Lessons on purchasing
08:00: The risks associated with investing in wine 
09:51: Liv-Ex Fine Wine 1000 Index: Wine returns on the sharp decline 
11:11: The reason behind falling wine prices 
13:17: “En primeur” explained: buying wine still in the barrel
15:29: Wine regions and wine varietals worth noting
17:22: 2014 and 2023 deemed poor vintages but not across the board
17:44: SA offers quality and affordability
19:22: A sommelier’s observations on changing wine behaviour 
20:50 When to drink a wine and when to hold onto it?
21:57: The future of SA’s wine market
23:49: One wine moment that Wikus and Roy will never forget
26:46: Outro]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>NOW Ep 128 : The dragon’s new terms</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[China remains South Africa's largest trading partner, but the landscape of global trade is evolving. As compliance requirements tighten, supply chains face new pressures, and geopolitical tensions reshape trade flows, businesses must navigate an increasingly complex relationship with the world's second-largest economy.<br />
<br />
In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Investec Treasury Economist Tertia Jacobs and Head of Supply Chain Dylan Govender look at the forces reshaping Sino-South Africa trade and explore what these changes mean for local businesses and the broader economy.<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now<br />
<br />
Chapters:<br />
00:00 – Introduction<br />
01:21 – The evolution of SA-Sino trade relations<br />
02:38 – Will the zero-tariff trade deal change this asymmetry?<br />
05:13 – New China export rules could impact SA exporters<br />
06:40 – How SA is walking the tightrope of politics and trade<br />
09:08 – The added complexity of BRICS<br />
10:36 – South Africa must diversify imports of finished goods<br />
12:16 – Investec wants the deadline of compliance to be extended<br />
13:01 – Impact of China’s slowing economy on South Africa<br />
15:13 – Businesses need sufficient working capital to get through delays<br />
15:50 – The nature of Sino-SA relations over the next five years<br />
17:40 – Closing <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:01:21.000" title="The evolution of SA-Sino trade relations " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:02:38.000" title="Will the zero-tarrif trade deal change this asymmetry?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:13.000" title="New China export rules could impact SA exporters during busiest season  " />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:10:36.000" title="South Africa must diversify imports of finished goods  " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:16.000" title="Investec wants the deadline of compliance to be extended  " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:01.000" title="Impact of China’s slowing economy on South Africa" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep 128 : The dragon’s new terms</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>18:29</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[China remains South Africa's largest trading partner, but the landscape of global trade is evolving. As compliance requirements tighten, supply chains face new pressures, and geopolitical tensions reshape trade flows, businesses must navigate an increasingly complex relationship with the world's second-largest economy.

In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Investec Treasury Economist Tertia Jacobs and Head of Supply Chain Dylan Govender look at the forces reshaping Sino-South Africa trade and explore what these changes mean for local businesses and the broader economy.

Read more on www.investec.com/now

Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
01:21 – The evolution of SA-Sino trade relations
02:38 – Will the zero-tariff trade deal change this asymmetry?
05:13 – New China export rules could impact SA exporters
06:40 – How SA is walking the tightrope of politics and trade
09:08 – The added complexity of BRICS
10:36 – South Africa must diversify imports of finished goods
12:16 – Investec wants the deadline of compliance to be extended
13:01 – Impact of China’s slowing economy on South Africa
15:13 – Businesses need sufficient working capital to get through delays
15:50 – The nature of Sino-SA relations over the next five years
17:40 – Closing]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | Teboho Mokoena - How Teboho Mokoena learned to respect money</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1681459</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[“Respect money and it will respect you.”<br />
That is one of the earliest money lessons Investec ambassador SA soccer midfielder playing for Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana Teboho Mokoena learned growing up in Bethlehem – and it has shaped the way he thinks about football, family and financial freedom.<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Teboho shares how he went from earning his first salary of R3 500 a month to navigating bigger contracts, money mistakes, lifestyle pressure and the responsibility of building generational wealth. <br />
<br />
He opens up about:<br />
•	The childhood lessons that shaped his money mindset <br />
•	What changed when football became a career <br />
•	The pressure that comes with earning more, quickly <br />
•	Money mistakes, including chasing fast returns <br />
•	Why financial literacy matters for footballers <br />
•	His plans for life after football <br />
•	Giving back to young players in Bethlehem <br />
This is more than a football story. It is a conversation about discipline, responsibility and learning how to make success last.<br />
<br />
Watch now and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove: when it comes to money, everything counts.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
00:45 Growing up in Bethlehem<br />
01:56 Money lessons Teboho Mokoena learned from family<br />
05:03 When football became a career<br />
06:00 Making money as an athlete<br />
06:33 Becoming a professional footballer<br />
08:46 Teboho Mokoena on joining Mamelodi Sundowns<br />
11:07 How family changed Teboho Mokoena’s money mindset<br />
11:45 Teboho Mokoena’s money philosophy<br />
12:10 Is there enough financial literacy for athletes in South Africa?<br />
16:20 Teboho Mokoena’s time as an Investec ambassador<br />
19:02 Managing money and pressure as a footballer<br />
21:40 How Teboho Mokoena supports his hometown community<br />
23:10 Plans for life after football<br />
24:05 Teboho Mokoena’s financial advice for young people<br />
26:06 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | Teboho Mokoena - How Teboho Mokoena learned to respect money</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>27:15</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[“Respect money and it will respect you.”
That is one of the earliest money lessons Investec ambassador SA soccer midfielder playing for Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana Teboho Mokoena learned growing up in Bethlehem – and it has shaped the way he thinks about football, family and financial freedom.
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Teboho shares how he went from earning his first salary of R3 500 a month to navigating bigger contracts, money mistakes, lifestyle pressure and the responsibility of building generational wealth. 

He opens up about:
•	The childhood lessons that shaped his money mindset 
•	What changed when football became a career 
•	The pressure that comes with earning more, quickly 
•	Money mistakes, including chasing fast returns 
•	Why financial literacy matters for footballers 
•	His plans for life after football 
•	Giving back to young players in Bethlehem 
This is more than a football story. It is a conversation about discipline, responsibility and learning how to make success last.

Watch now and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove: when it comes to money, everything counts.

00:00 Introduction
00:45 Growing up in Bethlehem
01:56 Money lessons Teboho Mokoena learned from family
05:03 When football became a career
06:00 Making money as an athlete
06:33 Becoming a professional footballer
08:46 Teboho Mokoena on joining Mamelodi Sundowns
11:07 How family changed Teboho Mokoena’s money mindset
11:45 Teboho Mokoena’s money philosophy
12:10 Is there enough financial literacy for athletes in South Africa?
16:20 Teboho Mokoena’s time as an Investec ambassador
19:02 Managing money and pressure as a footballer
21:40 How Teboho Mokoena supports his hometown community
23:10 Plans for life after football
24:05 Teboho Mokoena’s financial advice for young people
26:06 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep117: Tech sector lifts emerging markets</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1681421</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[While the tech sector has been a well-known driver of earnings and performance on Wall Street, it’s also been the major contributor to emerging markets as well. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says that’s largely to the contributions of TSMC in Taiwan and Samsung and SK Hynix in South Korea, emerging markets are up 26% year to date and 54% over 12 months. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep117: Tech sector lifts emerging markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>11:26</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[While the tech sector has been a well-known driver of earnings and performance on Wall Street, it’s also been the major contributor to emerging markets as well. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International says that’s largely to the contributions of TSMC in Taiwan and Samsung and SK Hynix in South Korea, emerging markets are up 26% year to date and 54% over 12 months.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep36 Energy Market Update: Oil rebounds as US-Iran ceasefire deal faces fresh hurdles</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1681401</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude has recovered to around $93.50/bbl after falling below $90 last week on optimism that a US-Iran ceasefire agreement could ease tensions in the Gulf. However, reports of further negotiations, renewed military action around the Strait of Hormuz, and concerns over mine clearance have tempered expectations of a swift resolution.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep36 Energy Market Update: Oil rebounds as US-Iran ceasefire deal faces fresh hurdles</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:07</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude has recovered to around $93.50/bbl after falling below $90 last week on optimism that a US-Iran ceasefire agreement could ease tensions in the Gulf. However, reports of further negotiations, renewed military action around the Strait of Hormuz, and concerns over mine clearance have tempered expectations of a swift resolution.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep35 Energy Market Update: Brent volatile amid Iran talks and fresh Middle East strikes</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1679586</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude fell sharply this week after reports suggested the US and Iran are close to agreeing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and potentially ease sanctions on Iranian oil exports. Prices dropped from around $105/bbl to $96/bbl before recovering towards $98/bbl following limited US and Israeli strikes near the Strait.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep35 Energy Market Update: Brent volatile amid Iran talks and fresh Middle East strikes</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:45</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude fell sharply this week after reports suggested the US and Iran are close to agreeing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and potentially ease sanctions on Iranian oil exports. Prices dropped from around $105/bbl to $96/bbl before recovering towards $98/bbl following limited US and Israeli strikes near the Strait.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep116: Don’t expect much lower energy prices soon</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1679188</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump announced over the weekend that the US and Iran were close to finalising a deal to end the war. However, notes Investment Strategist Osa Mazwai, even if the Strait of Hormuz were to be reopened completely, it will take some time for traffic to return to normal and for energy prices to fall significantly – which could be a problem for Republicans in the US midterm elections. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:19:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep116: Don’t expect much lower energy prices soon</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>11:18</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump announced over the weekend that the US and Iran were close to finalising a deal to end the war. However, notes Investment Strategist Osa Mazwai, even if the Strait of Hormuz were to be reopened completely, it will take some time for traffic to return to normal and for energy prices to fall significantly – which could be a problem for Republicans in the US midterm elections.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Wine in Focus | Inside the judging room: How wines win</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1678010</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever wondered what actually happens behind closed doors at a wine competition? How do judges decide what makes a wine exceptional and what separates a gold medal from the rest?<br />
In this episode of Wine in Focus, Palesa Mapheelle is joined by local wine doyenne, Michael Fridjhon and Wine Master and international judge, Heidi Makinen. <br />
Together, they explain the rigorous judging process of the Investec Trophy Wine Show, what they look for in a winning wine, how to navigate judges’ disagreements and the importance of wine competitions to the local wine industry. <br />
KEY MOMENTS:<br />
00:00: Intro<br />
00:38: Recognising the devastating storms suffered by the Western Cape winelands <br />
01:47: Why are competitions necessary?<br />
03:23: Comparing Investec Trophy Wine Show to other international competitions<br />
04:26: Shaping consumer perceptions<br />
05:43: The mechanics of judging <br />
09:09: Judge’s chemistry<br />
10:07: Explaining a flight of wines <br />
10:34: Finding consensus between judges<br />
13:47: Ensuring judge neutrality <br />
15:14: The importance of blind tasting<br />
18:00: What makes a winning wine?<br />
20:20: SA wine industry transformation over 25 years: from bulk to beautiful<br />
23:13: The Investec Trophy wine show “guarantee” <br />
24:33: When wine turns from interest into a passion and a career<br />
27:00: Outro <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/sponsorships/trophy-wine-show.html">Investec Trophy Wine Show</a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:04:26.000" title="Shaping consumer perceptions" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:43.000" title="The mechanics of judging " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:09.000" title="Judge’s chemistry" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:10:07.000" title="Explaining a flight of wines " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:10:34.000" title="Finding consensus between judges" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:47.000" title="Ensuring commercial interests don&#039;t influence judging" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:14.000" title="The importance of blind tasting" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:18:00.000" title="What makes a winning wine?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:20.000" title="SA wine industry transformation over 25 years: from bulk to beautiful" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:23:13.000" title="The Investec Trophy Wine Show&#039;s guarantee" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:24:33.000" title="When the wine-bug bites" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>Wine in Focus | Inside the judging room: How wines win</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>27:44</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ever wondered what actually happens behind closed doors at a wine competition? How do judges decide what makes a wine exceptional and what separates a gold medal from the rest?
In this episode of Wine in Focus, Palesa Mapheelle is joined by local wine doyenne, Michael Fridjhon and Wine Master and international judge, Heidi Makinen. 
Together, they explain the rigorous judging process of the Investec Trophy Wine Show, what they look for in a winning wine, how to navigate judges’ disagreements and the importance of wine competitions to the local wine industry. 
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00: Intro
00:38: Recognising the devastating storms suffered by the Western Cape winelands 
01:47: Why are competitions necessary?
03:23: Comparing Investec Trophy Wine Show to other international competitions
04:26: Shaping consumer perceptions
05:43: The mechanics of judging 
09:09: Judge’s chemistry
10:07: Explaining a flight of wines 
10:34: Finding consensus between judges
13:47: Ensuring judge neutrality 
15:14: The importance of blind tasting
18:00: What makes a winning wine?
20:20: SA wine industry transformation over 25 years: from bulk to beautiful
23:13: The Investec Trophy wine show “guarantee” 
24:33: When wine turns from interest into a passion and a career
27:00: Outro]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep 127: The Everything Shock</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1677391</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[What began as a geopolitical conflict is rapidly becoming something much larger. Oil is only one part of the story.<br />
<br />
Natural gas, fertilisers, chemicals, shipping routes, aluminium, aviation fuel and global supply chains are all now being affected by the fallout from the Iran war.<br />
<br />
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Investec’s Osa Mazwai and Campbell Parry about why this is increasingly being described as an “everything shock.”<br />
Could this crisis ultimately accelerate the global shift toward electrification, renewables and new energy systems? <br />
Listen to the full conversation to find out more.<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now<br />
<br />
Chapters:<br />
00:00 - Introduction<br />
01:38 - What makes this crisis different from previous oil shocks?<br />
03:38 - What are markets beginning to price in?<br />
06:00 - Why the Strait of Hormuz matters to global supply chains<br />
08:50 - Will this delay global interest rate cuts?<br />
10:47 - Are geopolitical risk premiums returning to markets?<br />
13:12 - How exposed is South Africa to rising oil prices?<br />
15:38 - Are South Africa’s structural reforms providing a cushion?<br />
17:18 - Where could South Africa and Africa benefit from the crisis?<br />
20:19 - Why energy and infrastructure opportunities matter now<br />
20:30 - How important is logistics reform for South Africa?<br />
22:04 - Rethinking South Africa’s long-term energy mix<br />
23:29 - What might markets still be underestimating?<br />
25:25 - Five years from now: what lasting impact will matter most?<br />
26:21 - Closing remarks <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:06:00.000" title="Why the Strait of Hormuz matters to global supply chains" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:08:50.000" title="Will this delay global interest rate cuts?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:10:47.000" title="Are geopolitical risk premiums returning to markets?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:12.000" title="How exposed is South Africa to rising oil prices?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:38.000" title="Are South Africa’s structural reforms providing a cushion?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:17:18.000" title="Where could South Africa and Africa benefit from the crisis?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:19.000" title="Why energy and infrastructure opportunities matter now" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:30.000" title="How important is logistics reform for South Africa?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:22:04.000" title="Rethinking South Africa’s long-term energy mix" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep 127: The Everything Shock</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>27:05</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[What began as a geopolitical conflict is rapidly becoming something much larger. Oil is only one part of the story.

Natural gas, fertilisers, chemicals, shipping routes, aluminium, aviation fuel and global supply chains are all now being affected by the fallout from the Iran war.

In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Investec’s Osa Mazwai and Campbell Parry about why this is increasingly being described as an “everything shock.”
Could this crisis ultimately accelerate the global shift toward electrification, renewables and new energy systems? 
Listen to the full conversation to find out more.

Read more on www.investec.com/now

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:38 - What makes this crisis different from previous oil shocks?
03:38 - What are markets beginning to price in?
06:00 - Why the Strait of Hormuz matters to global supply chains
08:50 - Will this delay global interest rate cuts?
10:47 - Are geopolitical risk premiums returning to markets?
13:12 - How exposed is South Africa to rising oil prices?
15:38 - Are South Africa’s structural reforms providing a cushion?
17:18 - Where could South Africa and Africa benefit from the crisis?
20:19 - Why energy and infrastructure opportunities matter now
20:30 - How important is logistics reform for South Africa?
22:04 - Rethinking South Africa’s long-term energy mix
23:29 - What might markets still be underestimating?
25:25 - Five years from now: what lasting impact will matter most?
26:21 - Closing remarks]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 47: How to invest during economic uncertainty</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[When markets feel uncertain, the hardest part isn’t the volatility, it’s knowing how to respond. In this episode of Everything Counts, chief investment strategist of Investec Wealth & Investment International Chris Holdsworth breaks down how to think about investing during uncertain times, and why behaviour often matters more than market conditions.<br />
From geopolitics and inflation to shifting growth expectations, we separate market noise from the signals that actually matter – and explore how behaviour shapes long-term outcomes.<br />
In this episode, we cover:<br />
•	What’s really driving economic uncertainty <br />
•	The difference between market noise and meaningful signals <br />
•	Why investors make mistakes during volatility <br />
•	Whether to stay invested or move to cash <br />
•	What “staying the course” looks like <br />
•	How to build a disciplined long-term investment strategy <br />
•	The role of diversification and offshore investing <br />
Whether you’re new to investing or more experienced, this conversation focuses on what matters when markets feel unpredictable. Subscribe now for more conversations that prove when it comes to money, everything counts.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:00 What is driving economic uncertainty<br />
02:30 Market noise vs real signals<br />
04:00 How investors react when markets fall<br />
06:00 Stay invested or move to cash<br />
08:30 What “staying the course” really means<br />
10:30 Mistakes new investors make<br />
12:30 When to invest and what to ignore<br />
14:30 What matters when making decisions<br />
16:30 Diversification and offshore investing<br />
18:00 Practical takeaways<br />
19:30 Closing perspective <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 47: How to invest during economic uncertainty</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>18:20</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[When markets feel uncertain, the hardest part isn’t the volatility, it’s knowing how to respond. In this episode of Everything Counts, chief investment strategist of Investec Wealth & Investment International Chris Holdsworth breaks down how to think about investing during uncertain times, and why behaviour often matters more than market conditions.
From geopolitics and inflation to shifting growth expectations, we separate market noise from the signals that actually matter – and explore how behaviour shapes long-term outcomes.
In this episode, we cover:
•	What’s really driving economic uncertainty 
•	The difference between market noise and meaningful signals 
•	Why investors make mistakes during volatility 
•	Whether to stay invested or move to cash 
•	What “staying the course” looks like 
•	How to build a disciplined long-term investment strategy 
•	The role of diversification and offshore investing 
Whether you’re new to investing or more experienced, this conversation focuses on what matters when markets feel unpredictable. Subscribe now for more conversations that prove when it comes to money, everything counts.

00:00 Introduction
01:00 What is driving economic uncertainty
02:30 Market noise vs real signals
04:00 How investors react when markets fall
06:00 Stay invested or move to cash
08:30 What “staying the course” really means
10:30 Mistakes new investors make
12:30 When to invest and what to ignore
14:30 What matters when making decisions
16:30 Diversification and offshore investing
18:00 Practical takeaways
19:30 Closing perspective]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep34 Energy Market Update: US-Iran talks stall as Hormuz risks grow</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1676865</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude climbed above $111 per barrel as renewed Middle East tensions rattled energy markets. Saudi Arabia and the UAE reported fresh drone strikes, with analysts suspecting Iranian-backed militias operating from Iraq or Yemen. At the same time, US-Iran negotiations remain stalled, while Tehran’s proposed control over Strait of Hormuz shipping routes is unlikely to satisfy Washington or Gulf allies.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep34 Energy Market Update: US-Iran talks stall as Hormuz risks grow</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>5:54</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude climbed above $111 per barrel as renewed Middle East tensions rattled energy markets. Saudi Arabia and the UAE reported fresh drone strikes, with analysts suspecting Iranian-backed militias operating from Iraq or Yemen. At the same time, US-Iran negotiations remain stalled, while Tehran’s proposed control over Strait of Hormuz shipping routes is unlikely to satisfy Washington or Gulf allies.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep115: Growth comes with inflation</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1676850</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[While inflation is rising around the world – largely as expected – there are few signs of ‘stagflation’ (rising prices alongside slowing growth). However, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, GDP growth in the US and across Europe have been robust. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 10:31:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep115: Growth comes with inflation</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:duration>7:57</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[While inflation is rising around the world – largely as expected – there are few signs of ‘stagflation’ (rising prices alongside slowing growth). However, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, GDP growth in the US and across Europe have been robust.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Investec Minds ep1: Stephen Koseff on building capital, culture and country</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1675225</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Introducing Investec Minds, a new video podcast series from Investec Focus Radio SA. In each episode, Equity Research analysts from Investec Corporate and Investment Banking sit down with former CEOs to unpack the decisions that shaped their industries, the lessons they’ve learned, and how they see the future unfolding. <br />
<br />
In episode one, Stephen Koseff, former Group CEO of Investec, joins Nkateko Mathonsi and Ross Krige to reflect on leadership, the opportunities for the banking industry, and the role business has to play in strengthening South Africa’s economic trajectory.<br />
<br />
Chapters:<br />
00:00 Intro<br />
02:15 Life after Investec<br />
04:57 Convincing Trevor Manuel about Investec's London listing<br />
06:55 Culture at Investec: Why there aren't any job titles<br />
08:24 Lessons on expanding abroad<br />
12:10 Investec's UK and Australian expansion<br />
14:12 Continuity announcement<br />
15:03 The one year Stephen would revisit<br />
15:45 A 10-year view on the SA banking sector<br />
19:12 Have South African banks got their heads around the Africa opportunity?<br />
20:33 How corporate South Africa can make a difference<br />
25:15 South Africa’s moment: cautious optimism takes hold<br />
27:11 If Stephen Koseff were president: fix infrastructure, unlock partnerships<br />
29:03 Outro <a href="https://link.investec.com/hu7666">Watch the video version of this podcast</a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:20:33.000" title="How corporate South Africa can make a difference" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>Investec Minds ep1: Stephen Koseff on building capital, culture and country</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>30:39</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Introducing Investec Minds, a new video podcast series from Investec Focus Radio SA. In each episode, Equity Research analysts from Investec Corporate and Investment Banking sit down with former CEOs to unpack the decisions that shaped their industries, the lessons they’ve learned, and how they see the future unfolding. 

In episode one, Stephen Koseff, former Group CEO of Investec, joins Nkateko Mathonsi and Ross Krige to reflect on leadership, the opportunities for the banking industry, and the role business has to play in strengthening South Africa’s economic trajectory.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:15 Life after Investec
04:57 Convincing Trevor Manuel about Investec's London listing
06:55 Culture at Investec: Why there aren't any job titles
08:24 Lessons on expanding abroad
12:10 Investec's UK and Australian expansion
14:12 Continuity announcement
15:03 The one year Stephen would revisit
15:45 A 10-year view on the SA banking sector
19:12 Have South African banks got their heads around the Africa opportunity?
20:33 How corporate South Africa can make a difference
25:15 South Africa’s moment: cautious optimism takes hold
27:11 If Stephen Koseff were president: fix infrastructure, unlock partnerships
29:03 Outro]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep33 Energy Market Update: Oil prices climb as Iran deal is rejected</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1674456</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil prices have risen after Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest nuclear proposal, increasing geopolitical uncertainty in energy markets. Details of the offer remain unclear, though reports suggest Iran may have proposed limiting uranium enrichment without dismantling nuclear infrastructure. Trump called the deal “totally unacceptable,” raising fears of prolonged negotiations or renewed conflict.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep33 Energy Market Update: Oil prices climb as Iran deal is rejected</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:23</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil prices have risen after Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest nuclear proposal, increasing geopolitical uncertainty in energy markets. Details of the offer remain unclear, though reports suggest Iran may have proposed limiting uranium enrichment without dismantling nuclear infrastructure. Trump called the deal “totally unacceptable,” raising fears of prolonged negotiations or renewed conflict.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep114: Markets show resilience despite the conflict</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1674441</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[A comparison between the first 50 days of the current war with Iran and the first 50 days of the Gulf War of the early 1990s, shows that markets have been more resilient this time around. Recent earnings numbers, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, have been resilient as well, and not just in the US – countries like Taiwan, SA, Brazil and South Korea are all set to record strong profit growth this year. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep114: Markets show resilience despite the conflict</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>9:12</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[A comparison between the first 50 days of the current war with Iran and the first 50 days of the Gulf War of the early 1990s, shows that markets have been more resilient this time around. Recent earnings numbers, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, have been resilient as well, and not just in the US – countries like Taiwan, SA, Brazil and South Korea are all set to record strong profit growth this year.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep 126: Investing through the noise</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Markets are moving fast but are investors moving with intent?<br />
<br />
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, we go beyond market headlines to unpack what investors are actually doing in a volatile, news-driven environment.<br />
<br />
From trading the news cycle to navigating currency swings and concentrated markets, Investec’s Tinus Rautenbach and Bongani Nhleko share real insights from the Clarity platform, revealing where capital is flowing, how behaviour is shifting, and the risks investors may not see.<br />
<br />
Listen now to understand the gap between perception and portfolio reality and what it means for your investment decisions.<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now<br />
<br />
Chapters: <br />
00:00 – Introduction: Markets driven by reaction, not fundamentals<br />
01:43 – How investors react to breaking news<br />
02:27 – Timing the market: speed vs sequencing<br />
03:06 – Market resilience and the fragility of narrow leadership<br />
04:17 – Flight to safety: textbook vs reality<br />
05:54 – Trading the news cycle: does it add value?<br />
06:53 – Diversification in a concentrated market<br />
08:24 – Offshore investing: asset exposure vs currency impact<br />
09:18 – Clarity platform overview (ad break)<br />
09:55 – Sector trends: what investors are buying now<br />
10:46 – Commodities, energy and tech: short-term trade or long-term shift?<br />
12:12 – Beyond equities: rise of cash, crypto and alternatives<br />
13:31 – Investor mistakes in volatile markets<br />
14:31 – Trading frequency: activity vs discipline<br />
16:27 – Positioning for inflation and higher rates<br />
17:47 – Global conflict and the South African portfolio <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:01:43.000" title="How investors react to breaking news" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:02:27.000" title="Timing the market: speed vs sequencing" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:06.000" title="Market resilience and the fragility of narrow leadership" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:04:17.000" title="Flight to safety: textbook vs reality" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:54.000" title="Trading the news cycle: does it add value?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:06:53.000" title="Diversification in a concentrated market" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:08:24.000" title="Offshore investing: asset exposure vs currency impact" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:55.000" title="Sector trends: what investors are buying now" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep 126: Investing through the noise</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Markets are moving fast but are investors moving with intent?

In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, we go beyond market headlines to unpack what investors are actually doing in a volatile, news-driven environment.

From trading the news cycle to navigating currency swings and concentrated markets, Investec’s Tinus Rautenbach and Bongani Nhleko share real insights from the Clarity platform, revealing where capital is flowing, how behaviour is shifting, and the risks investors may not see.

Listen now to understand the gap between perception and portfolio reality and what it means for your investment decisions.
Read more on www.investec.com/now

Chapters: 
00:00 – Introduction: Markets driven by reaction, not fundamentals
01:43 – How investors react to breaking news
02:27 – Timing the market: speed vs sequencing
03:06 – Market resilience and the fragility of narrow leadership
04:17 – Flight to safety: textbook vs reality
05:54 – Trading the news cycle: does it add value?
06:53 – Diversification in a concentrated market
08:24 – Offshore investing: asset exposure vs currency impact
09:18 – Clarity platform overview (ad break)
09:55 – Sector trends: what investors are buying now
10:46 – Commodities, energy and tech: short-term trade or long-term shift?
12:12 – Beyond equities: rise of cash, crypto and alternatives
13:31 – Investor mistakes in volatile markets
14:31 – Trading frequency: activity vs discipline
16:27 – Positioning for inflation and higher rates
17:47 – Global conflict and the South African portfolio]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep32 Energy Market Update: Strait of Hormuz standoff keeps oil markets on edge</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1672564</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated again, with flashpoints centred on the Strait of Hormuz. Despite ongoing indirect negotiations, disagreements over the US naval blockade and Iran’s nuclear stance triggered renewed friction. <br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 10:19:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep32 Energy Market Update: Strait of Hormuz standoff keeps oil markets on edge</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>3:18</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated again, with flashpoints centred on the Strait of Hormuz. Despite ongoing indirect negotiations, disagreements over the US naval blockade and Iran’s nuclear stance triggered renewed friction. 

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | Cheslin Kolbe - From first pay cheque to financial discipline</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Success in sport can come quickly. Understanding money often doesn’t.<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Investec ambassador Cheslin Kolbe shares how his journey from humble beginnings to World Cup success shaped his approach to money, discipline and long-term planning.<br />
From early lessons in saving to navigating his first professional pay cheque and learning from financial mistakes, Cheslin reflects on what it takes to build lasting financial security in a short and unpredictable career.<br />
<br />
In this episode, we cover:<br />
•	Growing up with limited resources and learning to save <br />
•	The reality of earning as a young professional athlete <br />
•	Financial mistakes and lessons learned along the way <br />
•	The importance of investing and long-term planning <br />
•	Preparing for life after sport for athletes <br />
•	Teaching the next generation about money <br />
This is more than a sports story – it’s a conversation about discipline, responsibility and building a future beyond the game.<br />
If you care about:<br />
•	Financial literacy <br />
•	Career longevity <br />
•	Building wealth over time <br />
•	Learning from real-life money mistakes <br />
this episode is for you.<br />
Watch now and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove when it comes to money, everything counts.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:00 Early financial lessons<br />
02:55 Sporting ambitions<br />
06:30 First pay cheque and purchases<br />
08:00 Lessons from early spending<br />
09:09 Financial planning and moving abroad<br />
10:30 Planning for life after sport<br />
12:32 Locker room money conversations<br />
13:50 Key financial principles<br />
19:23 Money mistakes<br />
21:55 Teaching children about money<br />
24:00 Advice for athletes<br />
25:00 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | Cheslin Kolbe - From first pay cheque to financial discipline</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>27:44</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Success in sport can come quickly. Understanding money often doesn’t.
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Investec ambassador Cheslin Kolbe shares how his journey from humble beginnings to World Cup success shaped his approach to money, discipline and long-term planning.
From early lessons in saving to navigating his first professional pay cheque and learning from financial mistakes, Cheslin reflects on what it takes to build lasting financial security in a short and unpredictable career.

In this episode, we cover:
•	Growing up with limited resources and learning to save 
•	The reality of earning as a young professional athlete 
•	Financial mistakes and lessons learned along the way 
•	The importance of investing and long-term planning 
•	Preparing for life after sport for athletes 
•	Teaching the next generation about money 
This is more than a sports story – it’s a conversation about discipline, responsibility and building a future beyond the game.
If you care about:
•	Financial literacy 
•	Career longevity 
•	Building wealth over time 
•	Learning from real-life money mistakes 
this episode is for you.
Watch now and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove when it comes to money, everything counts.

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Early financial lessons
02:55 Sporting ambitions
06:30 First pay cheque and purchases
08:00 Lessons from early spending
09:09 Financial planning and moving abroad
10:30 Planning for life after sport
12:32 Locker room money conversations
13:50 Key financial principles
19:23 Money mistakes
21:55 Teaching children about money
24:00 Advice for athletes
25:00 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep113: Markets look through the energy shock</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1672117</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Despite concerns about the war with Iran, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, earnings have been resilient while markets have been looking through the energy shock. Equities are up, while equity market analysts have been upgrading their earnings estimates. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep113: Markets look through the energy shock</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>8:47</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Despite concerns about the war with Iran, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, earnings have been resilient while markets have been looking through the energy shock. Equities are up, while equity market analysts have been upgrading their earnings estimates.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep31 Energy Market Update: Strait uncertainty fuels volatility in energy markets</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1670032</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil prices continue climbing amid stalled US–Iran negotiations, sustaining geopolitical risk premiums critical for UK commodities markets. Uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved, with no clear timeline for reopening. <br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep31 Energy Market Update: Strait uncertainty fuels volatility in energy markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>4:53</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil prices continue climbing amid stalled US–Iran negotiations, sustaining geopolitical risk premiums critical for UK commodities markets. Uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved, with no clear timeline for reopening. 

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep112: Markets aren’t pricing in ‘stagflation’</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1667663</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ordinarily, you’d expect an oil shock to lead to not only higher inflation, but also weaker equities and a lower growth outlook. However, markets aren’t pricing in a stagflationary outcome. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines this apparent anomaly. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep112: Markets aren’t pricing in ‘stagflation’</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>9:22</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ordinarily, you’d expect an oil shock to lead to not only higher inflation, but also weaker equities and a lower growth outlook. However, markets aren’t pricing in a stagflationary outcome. Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines this apparent anomaly.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep30 Energy Market Update: Volatility returns as markets are caught between diplomacy and disruption</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1667662</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil markets are volatile as mixed signals from US–Iran diplomacy unsettle sentiment. Prices fell sharply on Friday, with Brent dropping from near $100/bbl to ~$85, after apparent progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but conflicting statements and a tanker attack suggest it remains closed.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:43:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep30 Energy Market Update: Volatility returns as markets are caught between diplomacy and disruption</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>5:19</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil markets are volatile as mixed signals from US–Iran diplomacy unsettle sentiment. Prices fell sharply on Friday, with Brent dropping from near $100/bbl to ~$85, after apparent progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but conflicting statements and a tanker attack suggest it remains closed.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep125: Capital meets reform | Is South Africa investable again?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[South Africa’s reform momentum is becoming more visible but so are the constraints that could stall it.<br />
<br />
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Rudi Dicks, Head of the Project Management Office in the Presidency; Martin Meyer, Head of Energy and Infrastructure Finance at Investec and Ayan Ghosh, Head of Cross-Asset Investment Strategy at Investec, to unpack the reality behind the narrative.<br />
<br />
From energy gains to persistent bottlenecks in logistics and municipalities, the discussion examines whether progress is enough to sustain investor confidence and what still needs to shift for capital to follow.<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:00:00.000" title="Introduction" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:02:10.000" title="Are we seeing a genuine shift in investor sentiment towards South Africa?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:15.000" title="What are the clearest signs that reform is taking hold?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:10.000" title=" Where are we currently in the energy reform process?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:30.000" title=" Is transmission becoming the biggest constraint to energy expansion?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:20.000" title=" Can reform bring electricity costs down over time?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:15.000" title=" What does reliable energy mean for South Africa’s mining opportunity?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:25.000" title=" How critical is freight and logistics reform to growth?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:17:15.000" title=" What will enable large-scale private investment in infrastructure?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:19:05.000" title="Is government moving fast enough on reform implementation?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:21:40.000" title=" How urgent is South Africa’s water crisis?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:24:40.000" title="Where are the biggest risks and opportunities in water investment?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:26:20.000" title="What is the single biggest constraint to unlocking investment?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:27:45.000" title="How does the political shift to a GNU change the outlook?" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>NOW Ep125: Capital meets reform | Is South Africa investable again?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>30:02</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[South Africa’s reform momentum is becoming more visible but so are the constraints that could stall it.

In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Rudi Dicks, Head of the Project Management Office in the Presidency; Martin Meyer, Head of Energy and Infrastructure Finance at Investec and Ayan Ghosh, Head of Cross-Asset Investment Strategy at Investec, to unpack the reality behind the narrative.

From energy gains to persistent bottlenecks in logistics and municipalities, the discussion examines whether progress is enough to sustain investor confidence and what still needs to shift for capital to follow.
Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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	<item>
		<title>Macro Monday Ep111: Global growth and inflation outlooks deteriorate</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1665313</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Standing in for Chris Holdsworth, Osagyefo Mazwai discusses the latest on the conflict in Iran, and against this backdrop, signs of deterioration in both growth and inflation in the world’s major economies. While markets are not yet pricing in rate hikes in the US, they are in the Eurozone. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep111: Global growth and inflation outlooks deteriorate</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>7:41</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Standing in for Chris Holdsworth, Osagyefo Mazwai discusses the latest on the conflict in Iran, and against this backdrop, signs of deterioration in both growth and inflation in the world’s major economies. While markets are not yet pricing in rate hikes in the US, they are in the Eurozone.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep29 Energy Market Update: Fragile calm - Failed Iran talks push oil higher despite ceasefire</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1665280</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[US–Iran talks stalled over the weekend, with Washington demanding firm guarantees that Tehran won’t pursue nuclear weapons. While Iran signalled more negotiations may follow, tensions rose after Trump threatened a targeted blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices opened higher, though the move reflects fading optimism from last week.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep29 Energy Market Update: Fragile calm - Failed Iran talks push oil higher despite ceasefire</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:38</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[US–Iran talks stalled over the weekend, with Washington demanding firm guarantees that Tehran won’t pursue nuclear weapons. While Iran signalled more negotiations may follow, tensions rose after Trump threatened a targeted blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices opened higher, though the move reflects fading optimism from last week.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep28 Energy Market Update: Calm before the storm? Markets hold steady as Iran deadline looms</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1663436</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tensions are rising as yet another Trump-imposed deadline on Iran looms, with the Strait of Hormuz at the center of a high-stakes geopolitical standoff. Despite escalating rhetoric and fragile backchannel diplomacy, markets have remained surprisingly calm, even as oil and refined product prices quietly surge beneath the surface. <br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:59:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep28 Energy Market Update: Calm before the storm? Markets hold steady as Iran deadline looms</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:37</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tensions are rising as yet another Trump-imposed deadline on Iran looms, with the Strait of Hormuz at the center of a high-stakes geopolitical standoff. Despite escalating rhetoric and fragile backchannel diplomacy, markets have remained surprisingly calm, even as oil and refined product prices quietly surge beneath the surface. 

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | Kaiyuree Moodley on the real cost of professional golf</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[What does it really cost to become a professional golfer?<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Investec-sponsored SA professional golfer Kaiyuree Moodley shares what it really takes to build a career in professional golf – from funding a career on tour to managing pressure, uncertainty and financial mistakes along the way.<br />
From picking up her first golf club at just four years old to competing on the Sunshine Ladies Tour and Ladies European Tour, Kaiyuree reflects on the financial and emotional realities behind the sport.<br />
She opens up about:<br />
•	The true cost of becoming a professional golfer<br />
•	Why “making the cut” doesn’t always mean making money<br />
•	A costly currency mistake she’ll never forget<br />
•	Life as a student-athlete in the United States<br />
•	The financial pressures of performing for a paycheck<br />
•	Why visibility matters for the future of women’s sport<br />
<br />
This is more than a sports story – it’s a conversation about discipline, resilience and building a sustainable career in an unpredictable profession.<br />
If you care about:<br />
•	Financial literacy<br />
•	Career uncertainty<br />
•	Long-term financial planning<br />
•	Building a sustainable income<br />
this episode is for you.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:15 How Kaiyuree Moodley got into golf<br />
03:30 Early sacrifices and family support<br />
06:00 Life as a student-athlete in the U.S.<br />
08:30 The real cost of professional golf<br />
11:00 Why making the cut doesn’t guarantee income<br />
13:00 Kaiyuree Moodley’s biggest money mistake<br />
15:00 The pressure of playing for a paycheck<br />
17:00 Financial realities of women’s sport<br />
19:30 Key money lessons and discipline<br />
22:00 Financial literacy for young athletes<br />
24:00 Closing thoughts<br />
<br />
Watch the vodcast now on YouTube and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove: when it comes to money, everything counts. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | Kaiyuree Moodley on the real cost of professional golf</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>25:23</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[What does it really cost to become a professional golfer?
In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Investec-sponsored SA professional golfer Kaiyuree Moodley shares what it really takes to build a career in professional golf – from funding a career on tour to managing pressure, uncertainty and financial mistakes along the way.
From picking up her first golf club at just four years old to competing on the Sunshine Ladies Tour and Ladies European Tour, Kaiyuree reflects on the financial and emotional realities behind the sport.
She opens up about:
•	The true cost of becoming a professional golfer
•	Why “making the cut” doesn’t always mean making money
•	A costly currency mistake she’ll never forget
•	Life as a student-athlete in the United States
•	The financial pressures of performing for a paycheck
•	Why visibility matters for the future of women’s sport

This is more than a sports story – it’s a conversation about discipline, resilience and building a sustainable career in an unpredictable profession.
If you care about:
•	Financial literacy
•	Career uncertainty
•	Long-term financial planning
•	Building a sustainable income
this episode is for you.

00:00 Introduction
01:15 How Kaiyuree Moodley got into golf
03:30 Early sacrifices and family support
06:00 Life as a student-athlete in the U.S.
08:30 The real cost of professional golf
11:00 Why making the cut doesn’t guarantee income
13:00 Kaiyuree Moodley’s biggest money mistake
15:00 The pressure of playing for a paycheck
17:00 Financial realities of women’s sport
19:30 Key money lessons and discipline
22:00 Financial literacy for young athletes
24:00 Closing thoughts

Watch the vodcast now on YouTube and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove: when it comes to money, everything counts.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>What Next? Bridging the trust gap</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1662777</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode of What Next?, Professor Mike Kenny (Cambridge) and Jacinta Koolmatrie examine the breakdown of trust between communities and institutions. They discuss how centralised governance and economic shifts have driven local grievances, and argue that rebuilding trust requires sharing power, working at community pace, and supporting locally led solutions like community wealth building and Indigenous-led approaches.<br />
CHAPTERS <br />
00:00–09:00: Fracture, grievance and the limits of institutions <br />
09:00–21:00: Power, disconnection and when listening fails <br />
21:00-34:00: Place, community knowledge and what actually works<br />
34:00–48:00: Stories, legitimacy and shaping the future <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/what-next.html">What Next?</a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<itunes:title>What Next? Bridging the trust gap</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>52:16</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of What Next?, Professor Mike Kenny (Cambridge) and Jacinta Koolmatrie examine the breakdown of trust between communities and institutions. They discuss how centralised governance and economic shifts have driven local grievances, and argue that rebuilding trust requires sharing power, working at community pace, and supporting locally led solutions like community wealth building and Indigenous-led approaches.
CHAPTERS 
00:00–09:00: Fracture, grievance and the limits of institutions 
09:00–21:00: Power, disconnection and when listening fails 
21:00-34:00: Place, community knowledge and what actually works
34:00–48:00: Stories, legitimacy and shaping the future]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Iran conflict: Economic shock or sustained disruption?</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1662576</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[War in the Middle East continues to cost a long shadow over the global economy. Investec experts Callum McPherson, Head of Commodities; Philip Shaw, Chief Economist; and Clive Murray, Head of Equities, share the key updates. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Iran conflict: Economic shock or sustained disruption?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>23:23</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[War in the Middle East continues to cost a long shadow over the global economy. Investec experts Callum McPherson, Head of Commodities; Philip Shaw, Chief Economist; and Clive Murray, Head of Equities, share the key updates.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep124: A crude awakening for inflation?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Interest rate cuts were meant to define 2026. Now, markets are bracing for hikes. In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Investec’s Chief Economists Annabel Bishop and Phil Shaw examine how the energy shock is forcing central banks to reconsider their path. From London to Pretoria, policymakers face a familiar dilemma: tighten into slowing growth, or risk letting inflation take hold. Guest host Neo Ralefeta explores the implications for global growth and what it means for South Africa, from currency volatility to fuel supply risks and consumer costs.<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:00:00.000" title="Introduction" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:01:42.000" title="How has the Middle East conflict changed the global macroeconomic landscape?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:28.000" title="What’s the difference between the 2022 oil price shock and now?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:04:36.000" title="Other commodities that should concern the global economy?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:27.000" title="What is the immediate impact of the Middle East conflict on SA’s economy?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:21.000" title="What happens if the war ends today?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:51.000" title="What if the war doesn’t last a few weeks?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:19.000" title="How do central bankers respond to stagflation environment?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:36.000" title="Could there be divergent responses from central banks?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:24.000" title="SA focus on consumers, business and government" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:25.000" title="What is the single biggest risk to the global economic outlook?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:21:10.000" title="What can consumers and businesses look forward to in the future?" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>NOW Ep124: A crude awakening for inflation?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:duration>24:02</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Interest rate cuts were meant to define 2026. Now, markets are bracing for hikes. In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Investec’s Chief Economists Annabel Bishop and Phil Shaw examine how the energy shock is forcing central banks to reconsider their path. From London to Pretoria, policymakers face a familiar dilemma: tighten into slowing growth, or risk letting inflation take hold. Guest host Neo Ralefeta explores the implications for global growth and what it means for South Africa, from currency volatility to fuel supply risks and consumer costs.

Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep27 Energy Market Update: Brent climbs above $116 as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1661260</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Geopolitical tensions in the Gulf have intensified, adding renewed upward pressure on global energy prices. President Donald Trump initially gave Iran a 48-hour ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that failure to comply could trigger strikes on Iranian power infrastructure. This raised concerns about a broader escalation, particularly the risk of retaliatory attacks on energy assets across the region.<br />
<br />
Markets found some short-term relief as the deadline was extended, first by five days and then by a further ten, with the current deadline now set for the 6th of April. While this suggests some room for diplomacy, the situation remains highly fragile.<br />
<br />
The continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is still a major concern. It is a critical artery for global oil supply, moving around 16 million barrels per day, which is close to 20% of global demand. Any prolonged closure has significant implications for energy markets.<br />
<br />
Looking ahead, uncertainty remains elevated. There is still a risk of further military escalation, including the possible deployment of US ground forces and potential strikes on key Iranian export infrastructure. For now, oil and gas prices are expected to remain under upward pressure.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:18:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep27 Energy Market Update: Brent climbs above $116 as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>4:33</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Geopolitical tensions in the Gulf have intensified, adding renewed upward pressure on global energy prices. President Donald Trump initially gave Iran a 48-hour ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that failure to comply could trigger strikes on Iranian power infrastructure. This raised concerns about a broader escalation, particularly the risk of retaliatory attacks on energy assets across the region.

Markets found some short-term relief as the deadline was extended, first by five days and then by a further ten, with the current deadline now set for the 6th of April. While this suggests some room for diplomacy, the situation remains highly fragile.

The continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is still a major concern. It is a critical artery for global oil supply, moving around 16 million barrels per day, which is close to 20% of global demand. Any prolonged closure has significant implications for energy markets.

Looking ahead, uncertainty remains elevated. There is still a risk of further military escalation, including the possible deployment of US ground forces and potential strikes on key Iranian export infrastructure. For now, oil and gas prices are expected to remain under upward pressure.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep110: Little sign of a near-term end to the war</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1661249</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[With little sign of an early resolution to the war in the Middle East, supply constraints on commodities such as oil, gas, and helium may well endure. Chris Holdsworth Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International notes that fuel prices likely to feed through quickly into consumer inflation, central banks like the SA Reserve Bank are likely to face rate hikes this year. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:06:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep110: Little sign of a near-term end to the war</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>8:26</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[With little sign of an early resolution to the war in the Middle East, supply constraints on commodities such as oil, gas, and helium may well endure. Chris Holdsworth Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International notes that fuel prices likely to feed through quickly into consumer inflation, central banks like the SA Reserve Bank are likely to face rate hikes this year.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>What Next? | Making the transition investable</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1660848</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Clean and green growth has moved from ambition to execution, but the challenge is one of pace. Investment conditions are key: predictable rules, credible pathways, and coordination across value chains, finance and government. This episode of What Next? Leadership Conversations for a Better Future, Helena Norrman, Marina Grossi, and Sang-Hyup Kim explains why transition policy now sits at the centre of industrial strategy, competitiveness and geopolitics. <br />
00:00 Predictability is the first enabler <br />
07:30 Transition policy is industrial strategy<br />
15:30 The foundations for future competitiveness is shaped by coordination today<br />
26:30 Examples of effective coalitions <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/what-next.html">What Next? An Investec-Cambridge podcast series </a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:07:30.000" title="Transition policy is industrial strategy" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:30.000" title="The foundations for future competitiveness is shaped by coordination today" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:26:30.000" title="Examples of effective coalitions" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>What Next? | Making the transition investable</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>35:37</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Clean and green growth has moved from ambition to execution, but the challenge is one of pace. Investment conditions are key: predictable rules, credible pathways, and coordination across value chains, finance and government. This episode of What Next? Leadership Conversations for a Better Future, Helena Norrman, Marina Grossi, and Sang-Hyup Kim explains why transition policy now sits at the centre of industrial strategy, competitiveness and geopolitics. 
00:00 Predictability is the first enabler 
07:30 Transition policy is industrial strategy
15:30 The foundations for future competitiveness is shaped by coordination today
26:30 Examples of effective coalitions]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Pre-close Conference Call 19 March 2026</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1660234</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Listen to the audio recording of the pre-close call. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/welcome-to-investec/about-us/investor-relations.html">Investec Investor Relations</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Pre-close Conference Call 19 March 2026</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>18:52</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Listen to the audio recording of the pre-close call.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3192">Investec Results</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 44: What the new 2026 tax allowances mean for you?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The new tax year is here, and the 2026 Budget Speech introduced important changes that could reshape how South Africans save, invest, and plan for retirement. In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Vumi Dludlu, Investec financial adviser, and Johan Loubser, head of adviser enablement at Investec, to unpack what the 2026 National Budget means for your money, and how you can make the most of the new tax year from day one. From higher tax-free savings limits to a bigger retirement contribution deduction cap, the rules have shifted. But what do these changes actually mean for savers and investors in practice?<br />
<br />
In this conversation, we break down:<br />
●	The increase in the tax-free savings annual limit to R46,000<br />
●	The higher retirement fund deduction cap and what it means for retirement planning<br />
●	How the new tax year creates an opportunity to reset your financial strategy<br />
●	Why starting contributions early can significantly boost compounding<br />
●	Other budget updates affecting portfolios, including capital gains tax exclusions and offshore investing allowances<br />
Whether you're investing monthly, planning a lump sum contribution, or reviewing your long-term financial strategy, this episode explores practical steps you can take now to stay on track and maximise the new allowances.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:30 Why does the new tax year matter for investors?<br />
02:45 Big changes from the 2026 Budget Speech<br />
04:00 The new tax-free savings annual limit<br />
06:55 The new retirement fund deduction cap<br />
10:50 2026 tax updates that could affect how portfolios are structured<br />
11:30 How does the 2026 Budget affect offshore investing?<br />
12:40 Tax optimisation tips for the 2026 Budget<br />
14:00 Practical tips for dealing with the 2026 Budget<br />
16:00 Monthly vs lump sum contributions to your tax-free savings account<br />
18:00 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:50:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 44: What the new 2026 tax allowances mean for you?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>18:52</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The new tax year is here, and the 2026 Budget Speech introduced important changes that could reshape how South Africans save, invest, and plan for retirement. In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Vumi Dludlu, Investec financial adviser, and Johan Loubser, head of adviser enablement at Investec, to unpack what the 2026 National Budget means for your money, and how you can make the most of the new tax year from day one. From higher tax-free savings limits to a bigger retirement contribution deduction cap, the rules have shifted. But what do these changes actually mean for savers and investors in practice?

In this conversation, we break down:
●	The increase in the tax-free savings annual limit to R46,000
●	The higher retirement fund deduction cap and what it means for retirement planning
●	How the new tax year creates an opportunity to reset your financial strategy
●	Why starting contributions early can significantly boost compounding
●	Other budget updates affecting portfolios, including capital gains tax exclusions and offshore investing allowances
Whether you're investing monthly, planning a lump sum contribution, or reviewing your long-term financial strategy, this episode explores practical steps you can take now to stay on track and maximise the new allowances.

00:00 Introduction
01:30 Why does the new tax year matter for investors?
02:45 Big changes from the 2026 Budget Speech
04:00 The new tax-free savings annual limit
06:55 The new retirement fund deduction cap
10:50 2026 tax updates that could affect how portfolios are structured
11:30 How does the 2026 Budget affect offshore investing?
12:40 Tax optimisation tips for the 2026 Budget
14:00 Practical tips for dealing with the 2026 Budget
16:00 Monthly vs lump sum contributions to your tax-free savings account
18:00 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep26 Energy Market Update: Energy crisis fears surge as Middle East conflict threatens global supply</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1659004</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Global energy markets have entered a critical phase, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East threaten to spiral into a full-scale supply crisis. In this episode, we unpack the latest developments following Iran’s retaliatory strike on Qatar’s liquified natural gas facility, an attack that wiped out roughly 17% of its capacity and sent shockwaves through global markets. With vital energy infrastructure now directly in the firing line, the risk of prolonged disruption has surged to levels far beyond even a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep26 Energy Market Update: Energy crisis fears surge as Middle East conflict threatens global supply</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1659004_20260323_110437_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>4:37</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Global energy markets have entered a critical phase, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East threaten to spiral into a full-scale supply crisis. In this episode, we unpack the latest developments following Iran’s retaliatory strike on Qatar’s liquified natural gas facility, an attack that wiped out roughly 17% of its capacity and sent shockwaves through global markets. With vital energy infrastructure now directly in the firing line, the risk of prolonged disruption has surged to levels far beyond even a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep109: War increases inflation pressures</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Central banks in the US, Eurozone and Japan all kept rates unchanged last week. But behind these decisions lie rising concerns about the impact of the Iranian War on a range of prices that have a major impact on inflation. The duration and intensity of the conflict will be key determinants of the overall impact on the inflation and growth outlooks. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep109: War increases inflation pressures</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Central banks in the US, Eurozone and Japan all kept rates unchanged last week. But behind these decisions lie rising concerns about the impact of the Iranian War on a range of prices that have a major impact on inflation. The duration and intensity of the conflict will be key determinants of the overall impact on the inflation and growth outlooks.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>What Next? | Reclaiming the future from the algorithm</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1656871</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping economies, societies and power structures yet much of the conversation has swung between uncritical optimism and existential fear. In this episode of What Next? We explore how leaders can reclaim agency over the future of AI, ensuring it serves human progress rather than narrow commercial or political interests. Vilas Dhar, President, Patrick J. McGovern Foundation; philanthropist, technologist and advocate for human-centred AI, in conversation with hosts Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn, argues that the real challenge is not whether AI will become uncontrollable (this is the realm of Sci-Fi), but whether societies can adapt quickly enough to its social, economic and cultural impacts. He makes the case for shifting the focus away from hype and dominance towards participation, institutional imagination and moral courage and for designing AI systems that restore human agency and democratic participation, while supporting inclusion and long-term resilience. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:21:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<itunes:title>What Next? | Reclaiming the future from the algorithm</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping economies, societies and power structures yet much of the conversation has swung between uncritical optimism and existential fear. In this episode of What Next? We explore how leaders can reclaim agency over the future of AI, ensuring it serves human progress rather than narrow commercial or political interests. Vilas Dhar, President, Patrick J. McGovern Foundation; philanthropist, technologist and advocate for human-centred AI, in conversation with hosts Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn, argues that the real challenge is not whether AI will become uncontrollable (this is the realm of Sci-Fi), but whether societies can adapt quickly enough to its social, economic and cultural impacts. He makes the case for shifting the focus away from hype and dominance towards participation, institutional imagination and moral courage and for designing AI systems that restore human agency and democratic participation, while supporting inclusion and long-term resilience.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Middle East conflict: Counting the cost of disruption</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Markets are sending a surprisingly calm signal in the face of escalating conflict with Iran. Oil prices are rising, supply chains are under pressure, and recession risks are quietly ticking higher, yet equities remain relatively steady.<br />
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Investec experts in SA and the UK - Callum Macpherson, Phil Shaw and Chris Holdsworth - to unpack what’s really at play.<br />
The conversation explores what could happen if the conflict continues, what key indicators markets are watching and what risks to the global economy are already emerging. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Middle East conflict: Counting the cost of disruption</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:duration>20:35</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Markets are sending a surprisingly calm signal in the face of escalating conflict with Iran. Oil prices are rising, supply chains are under pressure, and recession risks are quietly ticking higher, yet equities remain relatively steady.
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Investec experts in SA and the UK - Callum Macpherson, Phil Shaw and Chris Holdsworth - to unpack what’s really at play.
The conversation explores what could happen if the conflict continues, what key indicators markets are watching and what risks to the global economy are already emerging.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep123: Middle East conflict | Counting the cost of disruption</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1656582</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Markets are sending a surprisingly calm signal in the face of escalating conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices are rising, supply chains are under pressure, and recession risks are quietly ticking higher, yet equities remain relatively steady.<br />
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Investec experts in SA and the UK - Callum Macpherson, Phil Shaw and Chris Holdsworth - to unpack what’s really at play.<br />
The conversation explores what could happen if the conflict continues, what key indicators markets are watching and what risks to the global economy are already emerging.<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:16:59.000" title="If conflict continues where would investors feel the pressure first?" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:18:57.000" title="How disruptive could infrastructure damage be for global supply?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:05.000" title="One indicator to watch closely?" />
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep123: Middle East conflict | Counting the cost of disruption</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>23:17</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Markets are sending a surprisingly calm signal in the face of escalating conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices are rising, supply chains are under pressure, and recession risks are quietly ticking higher, yet equities remain relatively steady.
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Investec experts in SA and the UK - Callum Macpherson, Phil Shaw and Chris Holdsworth - to unpack what’s really at play.
The conversation explores what could happen if the conflict continues, what key indicators markets are watching and what risks to the global economy are already emerging.
Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep25 Energy Market Update: Brent surges toward $120 before volatile retreat</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1655860</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil markets experienced extreme volatility last week as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East created significant uncertainty around global supply. Brent crude briefly surged toward $120/b, its highest level since 2022, as it became clear the conflict in the region could be prolonged. Prices later fell sharply, briefly nearing $81/b, after comments from president Donald Trump suggested the war was “pretty much” over, and a report circulated that the US had escorted a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz. Markets were further calmed by an International Energy Agency agreement to release 400 million barrels from strategic reserves.<br />
<br />
Over the weekend, attention shifted to Iran’s Kharg Island export terminal, after Trump claimed nearby military facilities had been destroyed and suggested the oil terminal could also be targeted. Such an escalation could severely curtail Iranian exports and trigger retaliatory attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure. With continued strikes and limited reserve buffers, Brent has rebounded above $100/b, and further upward pressure remains likely.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:53:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep25 Energy Market Update: Brent surges toward $120 before volatile retreat</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:20</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil markets experienced extreme volatility last week as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East created significant uncertainty around global supply. Brent crude briefly surged toward $120/b, its highest level since 2022, as it became clear the conflict in the region could be prolonged. Prices later fell sharply, briefly nearing $81/b, after comments from president Donald Trump suggested the war was “pretty much” over, and a report circulated that the US had escorted a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz. Markets were further calmed by an International Energy Agency agreement to release 400 million barrels from strategic reserves.

Over the weekend, attention shifted to Iran’s Kharg Island export terminal, after Trump claimed nearby military facilities had been destroyed and suggested the oil terminal could also be targeted. Such an escalation could severely curtail Iranian exports and trigger retaliatory attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure. With continued strikes and limited reserve buffers, Brent has rebounded above $100/b, and further upward pressure remains likely.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep108: Disconnect between energy and equity markets</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[With uncertainty over how long, the Iranian conflict will last, it’s not just the oil market that’s been affected. Natural gas prices have risen, but so too have grain and aluminium prices, pointing to inflation pressures in the coming months. However, as Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, highlights, global equities are only 2% down, implying that equity investors expect a quick reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:08:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep108: Disconnect between energy and equity markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>11:26</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[With uncertainty over how long, the Iranian conflict will last, it’s not just the oil market that’s been affected. Natural gas prices have risen, but so too have grain and aluminium prices, pointing to inflation pressures in the coming months. However, as Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, highlights, global equities are only 2% down, implying that equity investors expect a quick reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>What Next? | How philanthrophy can fuel economic transformation</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1655180</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode, of the What Next series, we discuss the power of philanthropy in transforming markets, through investing in high risk innovation and early stage ideas that often require new economic thinking. Podcast hosts Investec's Marc Kahn and Cambridge's Lindsay Hooper invite Peter Bennett, founder of the Bennett Foundation and Leslie Johnston, founding CEO of the Laudes Foundation to explore how the power of philanthropy can be applied to large scale projects. <br />
CHAPTERS: <br />
00:00 Why Philanthropy Matters in a World of Systemic Challenges <br />
11:49 Catalysing Markets, Changing Systems <br />
19:55 Trends, Risks and the Future of Philanthropic Capital <br />
29:18 Leadership for the Long Term: What Works, What’s Next <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/what-next.html">What Next? An Investec-Cambridge podcast series </a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:19:55.000" title="Trends, Risks and the Future of Philanthropic Capital " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:29:18.000" title="Leadership for the Long Term: What Works, What’s Next " />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>What Next? | How philanthrophy can fuel economic transformation</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>40:59</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, of the What Next series, we discuss the power of philanthropy in transforming markets, through investing in high risk innovation and early stage ideas that often require new economic thinking. Podcast hosts Investec's Marc Kahn and Cambridge's Lindsay Hooper invite Peter Bennett, founder of the Bennett Foundation and Leslie Johnston, founding CEO of the Laudes Foundation to explore how the power of philanthropy can be applied to large scale projects. 
CHAPTERS: 
00:00 Why Philanthropy Matters in a World of Systemic Challenges 
11:49 Catalysing Markets, Changing Systems 
19:55 Trends, Risks and the Future of Philanthropic Capital 
29:18 Leadership for the Long Term: What Works, What’s Next]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | How Mpumelelo Mhlongo invested his first pay cheque</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most athletes train for medals. Few train for financial longevity. In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Paralympic record holder Mpumelelo Mhlongo shares how he approached money with the same discipline he applies to sport − investing his first serious paycheque, supporting his family and building generational wealth that will outlast his career.<br />
From scholarships and setbacks to smart contracts and long-term investing, this is a conversation about resilience, financial literacy and legacy.<br />
If you care about:<br />
•	Generational wealth<br />
•	Financial discipline<br />
•	Building long-term financial security<br />
•	Smart money decisions under pressure<br />
<br />
This episode is for you.<br />
Watch now and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove: when it comes to money, everything counts.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:20 Mpumelelo Mhlongo‘s home life and starting to learn about money<br />
04:15 The financial sacrifices that Mpumelelo Mhlongo’s family had to make<br />
06:00 Mpumelelo Mhlongo’s academic journey and the financial implications <br />
08:10 Mpumelelo Mhlongo’s early money management lessons<br />
11:30 Athlete money management: Questions young people should ask themselves<br />
13:00 What did Mpumelelo Mhlongo do with his first big paycheque?<br />
14:10 The pressure to build a financially secure future for your family<br />
15:30 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on financial discipline and money weak spots<br />
16:30 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on his wife and early financial planning moments<br />
17:50 Mpumelelo Mhlongo and his career in finance<br />
19:30 Key lessons Mpumelelo Mhlongo has learned in his time at Investec<br />
20:30 How important is money management as an athlete?<br />
22:00 Athletes and money: What conversations are happening?<br />
24:00 Key money management lessons from Mpumelelo Mhlongo<br />
26:00 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on money mistakes<br />
27:00 Charitable organisations that Mpumelelo Mhlongo works with<br />
29:30 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on how grateful he is to his coach<br />
31:00 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts: Sports Edition | How Mpumelelo Mhlongo invested his first pay cheque</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>30:26</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Most athletes train for medals. Few train for financial longevity. In this episode of Everything Counts: Sports Edition, Paralympic record holder Mpumelelo Mhlongo shares how he approached money with the same discipline he applies to sport − investing his first serious paycheque, supporting his family and building generational wealth that will outlast his career.
From scholarships and setbacks to smart contracts and long-term investing, this is a conversation about resilience, financial literacy and legacy.
If you care about:
•	Generational wealth
•	Financial discipline
•	Building long-term financial security
•	Smart money decisions under pressure

This episode is for you.
Watch now and subscribe to Investec Focus Radio for more conversations that prove: when it comes to money, everything counts.

00:00 Introduction
01:20 Mpumelelo Mhlongo‘s home life and starting to learn about money
04:15 The financial sacrifices that Mpumelelo Mhlongo’s family had to make
06:00 Mpumelelo Mhlongo’s academic journey and the financial implications 
08:10 Mpumelelo Mhlongo’s early money management lessons
11:30 Athlete money management: Questions young people should ask themselves
13:00 What did Mpumelelo Mhlongo do with his first big paycheque?
14:10 The pressure to build a financially secure future for your family
15:30 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on financial discipline and money weak spots
16:30 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on his wife and early financial planning moments
17:50 Mpumelelo Mhlongo and his career in finance
19:30 Key lessons Mpumelelo Mhlongo has learned in his time at Investec
20:30 How important is money management as an athlete?
22:00 Athletes and money: What conversations are happening?
24:00 Key money management lessons from Mpumelelo Mhlongo
26:00 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on money mistakes
27:00 Charitable organisations that Mpumelelo Mhlongo works with
29:30 Mpumelelo Mhlongo on how grateful he is to his coach
31:00 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep24 Energy Market Update: Brent surges past $100 amid escalating Gulf tensions</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1653617</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[With no sign of the Strait of Hormuz reopening, energy markets are facing an extraordinary supply shock. Around 20% of global oil supply has effectively become unavailable, pushing Brent crude above $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022. While an emergency G7 meeting to discuss a coordinated reserves release, along with the drawdown of commercial inventories, may buy some time, these measures are temporary. If the conflict and the closure of the strait persist, demand will ultimately need to fall to match reduced supply.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep24 Energy Market Update: Brent surges past $100 amid escalating Gulf tensions</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>4:51</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[With no sign of the Strait of Hormuz reopening, energy markets are facing an extraordinary supply shock. Around 20% of global oil supply has effectively become unavailable, pushing Brent crude above $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022. While an emergency G7 meeting to discuss a coordinated reserves release, along with the drawdown of commercial inventories, may buy some time, these measures are temporary. If the conflict and the closure of the strait persist, demand will ultimately need to fall to match reduced supply.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep107: What the surge in energy prices means for the world economy</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1653580</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[As the conflict in the Gulf continues, energy prices have risen sharply. Chris Holdsworth Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines the impact on global inflation and growth, as well as on President Donald Trump’s popularity ahead of the US midterm elections later this year. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:55:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep107: What the surge in energy prices means for the world economy</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>9:09</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[As the conflict in the Gulf continues, energy prices have risen sharply. Chris Holdsworth Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines the impact on global inflation and growth, as well as on President Donald Trump’s popularity ahead of the US midterm elections later this year.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>What Next? | The meaning deficit</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1653044</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[What Next? Leadership Conversations for a Better Future examines how leaders can build future-fit economies in a time of accelerating technological and societal change.<br />
In this episode we're joined by educator, leadership thinker and author, Sudhanshu Palsule, Gillian Secrett, Director of Leadership and Culture at CISL and community leader and rector, Richard Springer. Together they examine what many describe as a growing ‘meaning deficit’ in society. They explore how fragmentation, consumerism and polarisation erode our sense of purpose, and discuss how leaders can help rebuild meaning through authenticity, empathy and genuine connection.<br />
Chapters:<br />
00:00 : Why Meaning Matters in Times of Fragmentation <br />
07:00: When Meaning Gets Distorted: Identity, Consumption and Performative Purpose <br />
15:00: Rebuilding Meaning Through Empathy, Shared Space and Human Connection<br />
23:00: Leadership’s Role: Creating the Conditions Where Purpose Can Flourish <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/what-next.html">What Next? An Investec-Cambridge podcast series </a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:00:00.000" title="Why Meaning Matters in Times of Fragmentation  " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:00.000" title="When Meaning Gets Distorted: Identity, Consumption and Performative Purpose  " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:00.000" title="Rebuilding Meaning Through Empathy, Shared Space and Human Connection" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:23:00.000" title="Leadership’s Role: Creating the Conditions Where Purpose Can Flourish " />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>What Next? | The meaning deficit</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>32:49</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[What Next? Leadership Conversations for a Better Future examines how leaders can build future-fit economies in a time of accelerating technological and societal change.
In this episode we're joined by educator, leadership thinker and author, Sudhanshu Palsule, Gillian Secrett, Director of Leadership and Culture at CISL and community leader and rector, Richard Springer. Together they examine what many describe as a growing ‘meaning deficit’ in society. They explore how fragmentation, consumerism and polarisation erode our sense of purpose, and discuss how leaders can help rebuild meaning through authenticity, empathy and genuine connection.
Chapters:
00:00 : Why Meaning Matters in Times of Fragmentation 
07:00: When Meaning Gets Distorted: Identity, Consumption and Performative Purpose 
15:00: Rebuilding Meaning Through Empathy, Shared Space and Human Connection
23:00: Leadership’s Role: Creating the Conditions Where Purpose Can Flourish]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep122: A new cycle for private equity</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1651923</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Private equity is shifting gears. As rates turn and investor confidence improves, funds are deploying again, and South Africa is firmly back on the radar. But this isn’t a return to excess, it’s a shift toward smarter leverage, disciplined execution and sharper capital structuring. In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Rishanth Pillay, Head of Sponsor Leveraged Finance at Investec Corporate & Investment Banking, about what’s driving the renewed momentum – and what could derail it.<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:02:05.000" title="Big turning points in private equity" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:31.000" title="Is private equity moving into a new investment cycle?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:26.000" title="Where are international private equity firms putting money right now? " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:38.000" title="Is stability in SA translating into more deals?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:09.000" title="Does South Africa have an advantage?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:23.000" title="Are more deals being structured with higher leverage?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:12:17.000" title="Has the private equity playbook changed?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:47.000" title="Is AI making a difference in SA private equity firms" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:51.000" title="Most attractive opportunities" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:16:54.000" title="One structural trend that will define private equity in 2026" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>NOW Ep122: A new cycle for private equity</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>19:08</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Private equity is shifting gears. As rates turn and investor confidence improves, funds are deploying again, and South Africa is firmly back on the radar. But this isn’t a return to excess, it’s a shift toward smarter leverage, disciplined execution and sharper capital structuring. In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Rishanth Pillay, Head of Sponsor Leveraged Finance at Investec Corporate & Investment Banking, about what’s driving the renewed momentum – and what could derail it.

Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep23 Energy Market Update: Strait of Hormuz in focus: What escalation means for global oil</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1651268</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude surged above $80 per barrel, after escalating conflict in the Middle East sharply increased fears of disruption through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. Just days earlier, Brent had been trading near $73, with markets broadly assuming that US-Iran negotiations would continue. <br />
<br />
Escalation was recognised as a risk, but a large-scale disruption to Gulf shipping was not the base case. Over the weekend, that calculus changed. Insurance premiums on vessels transiting the Strait reportedly rose sharply or were withdrawn, naval assets were targeted, and conflicting statements around whether the Strait remains fully open have left markets navigating extreme uncertainty.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep23 Energy Market Update: Strait of Hormuz in focus: What escalation means for global oil</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>6:53</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude surged above $80 per barrel, after escalating conflict in the Middle East sharply increased fears of disruption through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. Just days earlier, Brent had been trading near $73, with markets broadly assuming that US-Iran negotiations would continue. 

Escalation was recognised as a risk, but a large-scale disruption to Gulf shipping was not the base case. Over the weekend, that calculus changed. Insurance premiums on vessels transiting the Strait reportedly rose sharply or were withdrawn, naval assets were targeted, and conflicting statements around whether the Strait remains fully open have left markets navigating extreme uncertainty.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep106: What the Strait of Hormuz means for energy prices</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[What will be the impact of the hostilities in the Middle East on the world economy? Chris Holdsworth Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines the impact on oil prices, in particular, taking into account further disruption at the key Strait of Hormuz. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:46:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep106: What the Strait of Hormuz means for energy prices</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>10:43</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[What will be the impact of the hostilities in the Middle East on the world economy? Chris Holdsworth Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines the impact on oil prices, in particular, taking into account further disruption at the key Strait of Hormuz.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>What next? | The value of values</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1650457</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode, of What's Next, we explore how corporate values shape decision-making in a time of political polarisation and markets that reward short-term performance. Ethics expert, Alison Taylor, and experienced board chair, Karen Wood, discuss the tension between purpose and profit, the realities of trade-offs, and how leaders can stay grounded while building trust and aligning values with action.;<br />
KEY MOMENTS:<br />
00:00 – Setting the Scene: Values in an Age of Disruption<br />
05:42 – Why Values Matter More Than Ever<br />
19:56 – From Words to Action: Making Purpose Real<br />
36:18 – Navigating Politics, Pressure and the Future of Leadership <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:49:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:05:42.000" title="Why Values Matter More Than Ever" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:19:56.000" title=" From Words to Action: Making Purpose Real" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:36:18.000" title="Navigating Politics, Pressure and the Future of Leadership" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>What next? | The value of values</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>48:36</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, of What's Next, we explore how corporate values shape decision-making in a time of political polarisation and markets that reward short-term performance. Ethics expert, Alison Taylor, and experienced board chair, Karen Wood, discuss the tension between purpose and profit, the realities of trade-offs, and how leaders can stay grounded while building trust and aligning values with action.;
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 – Setting the Scene: Values in an Age of Disruption
05:42 – Why Values Matter More Than Ever
19:56 – From Words to Action: Making Purpose Real
36:18 – Navigating Politics, Pressure and the Future of Leadership]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 42: How do tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) work in South Africa?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Please note: The tax-free savings account limits discussed in Everything Counts episode 42 reflect the regulations in place at the time of recording. Following changes announced in the Budget Speech on 25 February 2026, the annual contribution limit has been increased from R36 000 to R46 000 per tax year, effective 1 March 2026. This article has been updated to reflect new limit. <br />
<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Investec financial adviser Vumi Dludlu and head of adviser enablement Johan Loubser to break down everything you need to know about tax-free savings accounts in South Africa.<br />
They explain:<br />
•	What a tax-free savings account (TFSA) actually is<br />
•	The annual limit and R500 000 lifetime contribution cap<br />
•	What happens if you exceed the TFSA limit<br />
•	Why you can’t “catch up” on missed contributions<br />
•	The impact of withdrawals on your lifetime allowance<br />
•	How TFSAs compare to retirement annuities and regular savings accounts<br />
•	Whether opening a TFSA for your child makes sense<br />
If you’re searching for answers about TFSA rules, contribution limits, tax penalties, or how to invest tax-free in South Africa, this episode will give you clear, practical insights to help you make smarter long-term decisions.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:30 Why tax-free savings accounts were first introduced<br />
02:00 What are tax-free savings?<br />
03:45 Tax-free savings vs regular savings<br />
05:00 What savings products should you pair a tax-free savings account with?<br />
07:00 How do tax-free savings accounts work?<br />
09:00 Tax-free savings account rules South Africa<br />
11:00 Should you upload a lump sum to your tax-free savings account?<br />
12:00 Can you transfer your tax-free savings to another provider?<br />
14:30 Are tax-free savings accounts good for your child’s future<br />
17:20 Can you use tax-free savings as emergency funds?<br />
19:00 How much can you put into a tax-free savings account?<br />
20:00 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 42: How do tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) work in South Africa?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>20:56</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Please note: The tax-free savings account limits discussed in Everything Counts episode 42 reflect the regulations in place at the time of recording. Following changes announced in the Budget Speech on 25 February 2026, the annual contribution limit has been increased from R36 000 to R46 000 per tax year, effective 1 March 2026. This article has been updated to reflect new limit. 

In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Investec financial adviser Vumi Dludlu and head of adviser enablement Johan Loubser to break down everything you need to know about tax-free savings accounts in South Africa.
They explain:
•	What a tax-free savings account (TFSA) actually is
•	The annual limit and R500 000 lifetime contribution cap
•	What happens if you exceed the TFSA limit
•	Why you can’t “catch up” on missed contributions
•	The impact of withdrawals on your lifetime allowance
•	How TFSAs compare to retirement annuities and regular savings accounts
•	Whether opening a TFSA for your child makes sense
If you’re searching for answers about TFSA rules, contribution limits, tax penalties, or how to invest tax-free in South Africa, this episode will give you clear, practical insights to help you make smarter long-term decisions.

00:00 Introduction
01:30 Why tax-free savings accounts were first introduced
02:00 What are tax-free savings?
03:45 Tax-free savings vs regular savings
05:00 What savings products should you pair a tax-free savings account with?
07:00 How do tax-free savings accounts work?
09:00 Tax-free savings account rules South Africa
11:00 Should you upload a lump sum to your tax-free savings account?
12:00 Can you transfer your tax-free savings to another provider?
14:30 Are tax-free savings accounts good for your child’s future
17:20 Can you use tax-free savings as emergency funds?
19:00 How much can you put into a tax-free savings account?
20:00 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep105: Trump’s tariff setback</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1648819</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[It was a difficult Friday for US President Donald Trump, as the Supreme Court ruled against his tariffs, while GDP in the fourth quarter grew by less than expected and a core measure of inflation rose. But, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, Trump has already announced other measures to retain tariffs. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:27:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep105: Trump’s tariff setback</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>13:49</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[It was a difficult Friday for US President Donald Trump, as the Supreme Court ruled against his tariffs, while GDP in the fourth quarter grew by less than expected and a core measure of inflation rose. But, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, Trump has already announced other measures to retain tariffs.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>S04 Ep22 Energy Market Update: Crude climbs while Europe’s energy prices advance</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1648830</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil reached a fresh yearly high as US-Iran tensions intensified, with Washington boosting military presence while leaving room for negotiations. Markets rallied after Trump suggested a 10–15 day window for a deal, though speculative positioning remains measured, with strong demand for high-strike call options signaling limited expectations of a major price surge. Meanwhile, European energy markets have also strengthened, with Summer 2026 gas and baseload power prices rising, partly driven by movements in emissions allowances.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:23:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep22 Energy Market Update: Crude climbs while Europe’s energy prices advance</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1648830_20260223_110459_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>3:47</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil reached a fresh yearly high as US-Iran tensions intensified, with Washington boosting military presence while leaving room for negotiations. Markets rallied after Trump suggested a 10–15 day window for a deal, though speculative positioning remains measured, with strong demand for high-strike call options signaling limited expectations of a major price surge. Meanwhile, European energy markets have also strengthened, with Summer 2026 gas and baseload power prices rising, partly driven by movements in emissions allowances.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>What Next | The Tech Reckoning: Who Shapes the Next Economy?</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1648473</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[What Next? Leadership Conversations for a Better Future examines how leaders can build future-fit economies in a time of accelerating technological and societal change. <br />
<br />
This episode looks at the power shifts created by AI and digital systems - asks where real agency still lies. <br />
<br />
Hosts Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn sit down with Thomas Lingard, who previously founded Unilever’s Global Advocacy team to influence international public policy on sustainable development and who now heads the Centre for Future Generations, to explore where the real opportunity and agency exist to ensure that emerging technologies are used in the best interest of humanity. <br />
<br />
The discussion probes how digital power is concentrating, why regulatory systems are struggling to keep pace, and what it would take to steer emerging technologies toward societal benefit rather than narrow commercial gain. Thomas highlights the leadership capacities that now matter most: ethical judgement, systems intelligence, and the confidence to question deterministic narratives about technology. <br />
<br />
The episode asks a central question: how do we build an economy where technology strengthens society - and who has the responsibility and agency to shape that path? <br />
<br />
In partnership with the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and Investec. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:04:30.000" title="Governing Technology at Exponential Speed" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:20.000" title="Four Futures for AI: Concentration, Slowdowns, Arm Race and Diplomacy: " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:14:40.000" title="The Near Term Risks: Inequality, Information Disorder , and Power Asymmetry:" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:20:10.000" title="Leadership Mindsets: Agency, Imagination and the “One-Way Door” Problem" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:26:30.000" title="Europe’s Choice and the Path to a Positive Tech Future" />
						</psc:chapters>
				<itunes:title>What Next | The Tech Reckoning: Who Shapes the Next Economy?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>32:28</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[What Next? Leadership Conversations for a Better Future examines how leaders can build future-fit economies in a time of accelerating technological and societal change. 

This episode looks at the power shifts created by AI and digital systems - asks where real agency still lies. 

Hosts Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn sit down with Thomas Lingard, who previously founded Unilever’s Global Advocacy team to influence international public policy on sustainable development and who now heads the Centre for Future Generations, to explore where the real opportunity and agency exist to ensure that emerging technologies are used in the best interest of humanity. 

The discussion probes how digital power is concentrating, why regulatory systems are struggling to keep pace, and what it would take to steer emerging technologies toward societal benefit rather than narrow commercial gain. Thomas highlights the leadership capacities that now matter most: ethical judgement, systems intelligence, and the confidence to question deterministic narratives about technology. 

The episode asks a central question: how do we build an economy where technology strengthens society - and who has the responsibility and agency to shape that path? 

In partnership with the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and Investec.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 5: Framing African art for the world</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the final episode of Art in Focus Series 2, Tristanne Farrell is joined by Alexander Richards (Stevenson), Jana Terblanche (Southern Guild) and Hamzeh Alfarahneh (Art Advisory) to unpack how narrative shapes perception, value and global positioning in African art. From curating across continents to challenging dominant canons, the conversation explores how exhibitions, galleries and collectors influence the stories that define the art world today.<br />
KEY MOMENTS:<br />
00:00: Introduction<br />
01:28: Growing up in art: Legacy, exposure and finding your path<br />
06:54: From artist to advisor: Roles in the ecosystem<br />
10:04: Curating and collaboration: Serving the artist and shaping the narrative<br />
18:38: Challenging the canon: Cross-regional dialogue and disruption<br />
22:12: Access and engagement: Social media and audience power<br />
27:03: No budget: A hypothetical collection<br />
29:35: Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:10:04.000" title="Curating and collaboration: Serving the artist and shaping the narrative" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:22:12.000" title="Access and engagement: Social media and audience power" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:27:03.000" title="No budget: A hypothetical collection" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:29:35.000" title="Conclusion" />
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				<itunes:title>Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 5: Framing African art for the world</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In the final episode of Art in Focus Series 2, Tristanne Farrell is joined by Alexander Richards (Stevenson), Jana Terblanche (Southern Guild) and Hamzeh Alfarahneh (Art Advisory) to unpack how narrative shapes perception, value and global positioning in African art. From curating across continents to challenging dominant canons, the conversation explores how exhibitions, galleries and collectors influence the stories that define the art world today.
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00: Introduction
01:28: Growing up in art: Legacy, exposure and finding your path
06:54: From artist to advisor: Roles in the ecosystem
10:04: Curating and collaboration: Serving the artist and shaping the narrative
18:38: Challenging the canon: Cross-regional dialogue and disruption
22:12: Access and engagement: Social media and audience power
27:03: No budget: A hypothetical collection
29:35: Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep21 Energy Market Update: Oil swings as U.S.–Iran talks keep markets on edge</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1646568</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil markets continue to gyrate as shifting signals from Washington and Tehran fuel uncertainty ahead of the next round of nuclear talks in Oman. Mixed rhetoric from both sides has left Brent caught between easing risk premium and renewed geopolitical tension, with traders closely watching for clearer direction.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep21 Energy Market Update: Oil swings as U.S.–Iran talks keep markets on edge</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:34</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil markets continue to gyrate as shifting signals from Washington and Tehran fuel uncertainty ahead of the next round of nuclear talks in Oman. Mixed rhetoric from both sides has left Brent caught between easing risk premium and renewed geopolitical tension, with traders closely watching for clearer direction.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep104: When AI becomes a risk</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[While US earnings have been strong, more and more companies are seeing artificial intelligence (AI) as a risk, rather than an opportunity, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, that while there’s been a selloff in sectors likely to be disrupted by increased AI deployment. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep104: When AI becomes a risk</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>12:36</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[While US earnings have been strong, more and more companies are seeing artificial intelligence (AI) as a risk, rather than an opportunity, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, that while there’s been a selloff in sectors likely to be disrupted by increased AI deployment.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>NOW Ep121: Budget Speech 2026 | What’s at stake?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[South Africa’s 2026 Budget arrives at a pivotal moment. Debt is hovering near 78% of GDP. Growth is forecast at just 1.5%. Debt-servicing costs absorb around 5% of GDP. And yet, bond yields have fallen, sentiment has improved and S&P maintains a positive outlook.<br />
<br />
Is this genuine fiscal stabilisation or simply a window of opportunity?<br />
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs sits down with Investec’s Chief Economist Annabel Bishop and Treasury Economist Tertia Jacobs to unpack:<br />
•	Whether debt has truly peaked<br />
•	How meaningful the commodity revenue windfall is<br />
•	The risk of further “stealth” tax pressure on households<br />
•	Municipal reform and infrastructure momentum<br />
•	What it would take to secure a credit-rating upgrade<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:01:40.000" title="Is this the beginning of stabilisation?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:03:10.000" title="Is growth now the binding constraint on fiscal consolidation?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:05:25.000" title="What are the numbers that matter most in this Budget? " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:37.000" title="How material could the revenue windfall be?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:21.000" title="How could Treasury best use this windfall?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:11:07.000" title="Has fiscal slippage become the default trend?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:13:07.000" title="What would this Budget need to demonstrate to strengthen the case for an upgrade?" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:16:52.000" title="How important is progress at the municipal level?" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:18:39.000" title="How exposed is the fiscal framework to renewed wage pressures?" />
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep121: Budget Speech 2026 | What’s at stake?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>23:59</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[South Africa’s 2026 Budget arrives at a pivotal moment. Debt is hovering near 78% of GDP. Growth is forecast at just 1.5%. Debt-servicing costs absorb around 5% of GDP. And yet, bond yields have fallen, sentiment has improved and S&P maintains a positive outlook.

Is this genuine fiscal stabilisation or simply a window of opportunity?
In the latest episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Jeremy Maggs sits down with Investec’s Chief Economist Annabel Bishop and Treasury Economist Tertia Jacobs to unpack:
•	Whether debt has truly peaked
•	How meaningful the commodity revenue windfall is
•	The risk of further “stealth” tax pressure on households
•	Municipal reform and infrastructure momentum
•	What it would take to secure a credit-rating upgrade

Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Art in Focus series 2 | Ep 4: Art in nurturing identity and heritage</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[From stitched fabrics and beaded surfaces to gel capsules and monumental sculptures, this episode of Art in Focus explores how personal memory becomes cultural narrative. Mary Sibande, Sahlah Davids and Leila Abrahams join Tristanne Farrell to talk identity, heritage, healing and how artists transform lived experience into work that resonates locally and globally.<br />
KEY MOMENTS:<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
00:49 Meet the guests: Mary, Leila and Sahlah<br />
01:51 Making meaning from heritage and identity<br />
06:08 The creative process, materials and making<br />
08:08 Colour, symbolism and meaning<br />
13:55 Growth, influence and change<br />
19:43 Support, belief and opportunity<br />
21:54 Responsibility, reach and return<br />
28:54 Aspirational acquisitions<br />
30:05 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/art-in-focus.html">Series page for Art in Focus on Investec website</a> &middot; <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:04:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:00:49.000" title="Meet the guests: Mary, Leila and Sahlah" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>Art in Focus series 2 | Ep 4: Art in nurturing identity and heritage</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:duration>31:38</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[From stitched fabrics and beaded surfaces to gel capsules and monumental sculptures, this episode of Art in Focus explores how personal memory becomes cultural narrative. Mary Sibande, Sahlah Davids and Leila Abrahams join Tristanne Farrell to talk identity, heritage, healing and how artists transform lived experience into work that resonates locally and globally.
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 Introduction
00:49 Meet the guests: Mary, Leila and Sahlah
01:51 Making meaning from heritage and identity
06:08 The creative process, materials and making
08:08 Colour, symbolism and meaning
13:55 Growth, influence and change
19:43 Support, belief and opportunity
21:54 Responsibility, reach and return
28:54 Aspirational acquisitions
30:05 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 41: Global Shopping for South Africans</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Earning, spending, investing and shopping overseas has never been easier, but it has never been more complex either. If your money is constantly moving between currencies, countries, and platforms, it can feel like you’re doing everything right on paper while still losing value through fees, exchange rates and timing.<br />
<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts, Motheo Khoaripe explores what it really means to live a global financial life. He’s joined by Dan Buntman, Product Lead for International Banking at Investec, and Bonnie Dalglish, Private Banking Forex Lead, to unpack how South Africans are spending, earning and investing in an increasingly borderless world.<br />
<br />
The conversation dives into the explosive growth of online and global shopping, the rise of multicurrency lifestyles, and why so many people feel their money is harder to track than ever before. From foreign income and international subscriptions to offshore investing, travel, and digital nomad life, the episode highlights the hidden costs and blind spots that can quietly erode your finances.<br />
<br />
You’ll learn how exchange rates, fees, and payment timing impact your money, why separating currency conversion from spending can be a game changer, and how new banking technology is simplifying global payments behind the scenes. The experts also explain how multicurrency accounts and intelligent routing can help reduce friction, avoid unnecessary conversions, and give you more control when your life stretches across borders.<br />
<br />
If your lifestyle, income, or investments are international (or heading that way) this episode will help you understand how to make your global money work harder for you, with less stress and more control.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
02:00 How popular is online shopping?<br />
04:00 How are South Africans online shopping overseas?<br />
05:10 Banking allows global shopping<br />
06:10 How are South Africans living and spending across borders?<br />
09:00 What to consider when it comes to multi currency spending<br />
09:30 Buying foreign currency vs global spending<br />
11:00 How banking innovations make international spending easier<br />
12:00 What is a multi currency account?<br />
13:00 The technology behind multi currency accounts<br />
15:15 Benefits of a multi currency account<br />
17:05 How many people are using multi currency accounts?<br />
19:30 Key takeaways for international spending<br />
21:00 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 41: Global Shopping for South Africans</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>20:57</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Earning, spending, investing and shopping overseas has never been easier, but it has never been more complex either. If your money is constantly moving between currencies, countries, and platforms, it can feel like you’re doing everything right on paper while still losing value through fees, exchange rates and timing.

In this episode of Everything Counts, Motheo Khoaripe explores what it really means to live a global financial life. He’s joined by Dan Buntman, Product Lead for International Banking at Investec, and Bonnie Dalglish, Private Banking Forex Lead, to unpack how South Africans are spending, earning and investing in an increasingly borderless world.

The conversation dives into the explosive growth of online and global shopping, the rise of multicurrency lifestyles, and why so many people feel their money is harder to track than ever before. From foreign income and international subscriptions to offshore investing, travel, and digital nomad life, the episode highlights the hidden costs and blind spots that can quietly erode your finances.

You’ll learn how exchange rates, fees, and payment timing impact your money, why separating currency conversion from spending can be a game changer, and how new banking technology is simplifying global payments behind the scenes. The experts also explain how multicurrency accounts and intelligent routing can help reduce friction, avoid unnecessary conversions, and give you more control when your life stretches across borders.

If your lifestyle, income, or investments are international (or heading that way) this episode will help you understand how to make your global money work harder for you, with less stress and more control.

00:00 Introduction
02:00 How popular is online shopping?
04:00 How are South Africans online shopping overseas?
05:10 Banking allows global shopping
06:10 How are South Africans living and spending across borders?
09:00 What to consider when it comes to multi currency spending
09:30 Buying foreign currency vs global spending
11:00 How banking innovations make international spending easier
12:00 What is a multi currency account?
13:00 The technology behind multi currency accounts
15:15 Benefits of a multi currency account
17:05 How many people are using multi currency accounts?
19:30 Key takeaways for international spending
21:00 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep20 Energy Market Update: Oil eases after U.S.–Iran talks, but risks remain</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1643877</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil prices softened into the end of last week following talks between the U.S. and Iran, which were described by both sides as constructive. While the meeting has eased immediate fears and pushed Brent back to around $67/b from recent highs near $70/b, markets remain cautious given the long road ahead and persistent supply-side pressures.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep20 Energy Market Update: Oil eases after U.S.–Iran talks, but risks remain</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>3:14</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil prices softened into the end of last week following talks between the U.S. and Iran, which were described by both sides as constructive. While the meeting has eased immediate fears and pushed Brent back to around $67/b from recent highs near $70/b, markets remain cautious given the long road ahead and persistent supply-side pressures.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep103: PMI numbers point to solid global growth this year</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1643848</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The world economy appears to be in good shape. Global composite purchasing managers index numbers are on the rise, with US manufacturing enjoying a significant uptick in January, and Germany’s factory orders have risen strongly too. All in all, says Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International, the numbers support expectations of global GDP growth of 3% this year. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep103: PMI numbers point to solid global growth this year</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>13:15</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The world economy appears to be in good shape. Global composite purchasing managers index numbers are on the rise, with US manufacturing enjoying a significant uptick in January, and Germany’s factory orders have risen strongly too. All in all, says Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International, the numbers support expectations of global GDP growth of 3% this year.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>What next? | Young divided and under pressure</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1642830</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[For years, we’ve comforted ourselves with the idea that young people will “save the world.” But is that hope realistic - or an unfair projection? Many young people care deeply about climate, justice and inequality, yet face economic precarity, political disillusionment and shrinking civic space. How can youth today find real agency and meaningful work amid systemic barriers and concentrated power? Hosts Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn are joined by: <br />
•	Clover Hogan — climate activist and founder of Force of Nature, helping young people turn climate anxiety into action.<br />
•	Ravi Naidoo — CEO of the Youth Employment Service (YES) in South Africa, the world’s largest private-sector-funded youth internship programme. <br />
<br />
Together, they explore what leadership looks like for a new generation, the myths and realities of youth activism, and how today’s leaders can support young people not just to inherit the future, but to shape it. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:03:00.000" title="Waking Up from Complacency" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:45:30.000" title="Rewriting the System: Intergenerational Value &amp; Collective Action" />
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				<itunes:title>What next? | Young divided and under pressure</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>1:00:20</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[For years, we’ve comforted ourselves with the idea that young people will “save the world.” But is that hope realistic - or an unfair projection? Many young people care deeply about climate, justice and inequality, yet face economic precarity, political disillusionment and shrinking civic space. How can youth today find real agency and meaningful work amid systemic barriers and concentrated power? Hosts Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn are joined by: 
•	Clover Hogan — climate activist and founder of Force of Nature, helping young people turn climate anxiety into action.
•	Ravi Naidoo — CEO of the Youth Employment Service (YES) in South Africa, the world’s largest private-sector-funded youth internship programme. 

Together, they explore what leadership looks like for a new generation, the myths and realities of youth activism, and how today’s leaders can support young people not just to inherit the future, but to shape it.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 3: Whose art is it anyway?</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1642569</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[When ideas meet machines and many hands shape one work, where does creativity begin? In episode 3 of Art in Focus series 2, Investec’s Tristanne Farrell invites curator Antonia Strauss, artist Aaron Philander and gallerist Brett Bellairs to unpack how technology is transforming not just into how art is made and sold, but how it’s experienced and valued. From AI to VR, African artists are engaging with tech and repurposing in new ways, challenging traditional notions of originality and artistic value.<br />
KEY MOMENTS:<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
00:52 Meet the Guests: Antonia, Aaron, and Brett<br />
01:27 Personal journeys into the art world<br />
06:37 Artistic voice, collectors and emerging practice<br />
09:58 Challenges and opportunities for young artists<br />
11:40 The Role of AI and technology in contemporary art<br />
13:11 What makes an artwork an original?<br />
16:25 The Ship of Theseus and art restoration<br />
18:05 Conceptual art and temporal nature<br />
19:24 The Lost Leonardo and authorship<br />
21:30 Found objects and personal narratives<br />
23:47 The future of digital and AI art<br />
25:20 Protecting artists' intellectual property<br />
26:08 Trends and movements in the art market<br />
28:15 Encouraging young collectors<br />
30:28 Dream art collections<br />
32:30 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:16:25.000" title="The Ship of Theseus and art restoration" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:18:05.000" title="Conceptual art and temporal nature" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 3: Whose art is it anyway?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>34:02</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[When ideas meet machines and many hands shape one work, where does creativity begin? In episode 3 of Art in Focus series 2, Investec’s Tristanne Farrell invites curator Antonia Strauss, artist Aaron Philander and gallerist Brett Bellairs to unpack how technology is transforming not just into how art is made and sold, but how it’s experienced and valued. From AI to VR, African artists are engaging with tech and repurposing in new ways, challenging traditional notions of originality and artistic value.
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 Introduction
00:52 Meet the Guests: Antonia, Aaron, and Brett
01:27 Personal journeys into the art world
06:37 Artistic voice, collectors and emerging practice
09:58 Challenges and opportunities for young artists
11:40 The Role of AI and technology in contemporary art
13:11 What makes an artwork an original?
16:25 The Ship of Theseus and art restoration
18:05 Conceptual art and temporal nature
19:24 The Lost Leonardo and authorship
21:30 Found objects and personal narratives
23:47 The future of digital and AI art
25:20 Protecting artists' intellectual property
26:08 Trends and movements in the art market
28:15 Encouraging young collectors
30:28 Dream art collections
32:30 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep 120 | Water risk is business risk</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1642167</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Water scarcity is no longer a future risk. It is already reshaping how businesses operate, invest and grow in South Africa.<br />
 <br />
With water demand in Gauteng at record levels and ageing infrastructure under strain, water has become a material constraint on business continuity, supply chains and long-term competitiveness. For many companies, water security is now as critical as energy security.<br />
 <br />
In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, recorded after an Investec and Proparco water-resilience event, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Dr Sean Phillips, Director-General of the Department of Water and Sanitation; Helen Hulett, water-security advisor; and Melanie Humphries, Head of Sustainable Solutions at Investec. <br />
 <br />
Together, they discuss how water risk is moving from the margins of ESG into core business strategy, and what practical resilience looks like for South African companies navigating a water-stressed economy.<br />
<br />
Key podcast moments:<br />
01:55 - Why Gauteng’s water demand is reaching critical levels<br />
02:57 – Why government is calling for a 40% reduction in water use<br />
04:20 – How municipalities can fund infrastructure amid high non-revenue water<br />
07:44 – How business understanding of water risk has evolved<br />
09:07 – How South African businesses are responding to water risk<br />
10:50 – What Gauteng’s realistic interim water plan looks like<br />
14:21 – What data companies need to invest smartly in water resilience<br />
15:44 – How companies can understand where their water comes from<br />
16:38 – How businesses should think about the return on resilience investment<br />
17:20 – What water solutions businesses are pursuing and where gaps remain<br />
19:16 – How Investec supports technical partnerships on water resilience<br />
19:59 – Where private sector involvement adds the most value<br />
22:38 – What CEOs should stop and start doing about water risk<br />
23:42 – What government needs most from business in the next five years<br />
24:31 – Closing reflections on partnership and opportunity<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now<br />
<br />
Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business, and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:04:20.000" title="How municipalities can fund infrastructure amid high non-revenue water" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:07:44.000" title="How business understanding of water risk has evolved" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:09:07.000" title="How South African businesses are responding to water risk" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:14:21.000" title="What data companies need to invest smartly in water resilience" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:15:44.000" title="How companies can understand where their water comes from" />
			 
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep 120 | Water risk is business risk</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>26:09</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Water scarcity is no longer a future risk. It is already reshaping how businesses operate, invest and grow in South Africa.
 
With water demand in Gauteng at record levels and ageing infrastructure under strain, water has become a material constraint on business continuity, supply chains and long-term competitiveness. For many companies, water security is now as critical as energy security.
 
In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, recorded after an Investec and Proparco water-resilience event, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Dr Sean Phillips, Director-General of the Department of Water and Sanitation; Helen Hulett, water-security advisor; and Melanie Humphries, Head of Sustainable Solutions at Investec. 
 
Together, they discuss how water risk is moving from the margins of ESG into core business strategy, and what practical resilience looks like for South African companies navigating a water-stressed economy.

Key podcast moments:
01:55 - Why Gauteng’s water demand is reaching critical levels
02:57 – Why government is calling for a 40% reduction in water use
04:20 – How municipalities can fund infrastructure amid high non-revenue water
07:44 – How business understanding of water risk has evolved
09:07 – How South African businesses are responding to water risk
10:50 – What Gauteng’s realistic interim water plan looks like
14:21 – What data companies need to invest smartly in water resilience
15:44 – How companies can understand where their water comes from
16:38 – How businesses should think about the return on resilience investment
17:20 – What water solutions businesses are pursuing and where gaps remain
19:16 – How Investec supports technical partnerships on water resilience
19:59 – Where private sector involvement adds the most value
22:38 – What CEOs should stop and start doing about water risk
23:42 – What government needs most from business in the next five years
24:31 – Closing reflections on partnership and opportunity

Read more on www.investec.com/now

Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business, and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>What next? | Changing minds, changing markets</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode of podcast series, What Next? Michael Liebreich and Rory Sutherland lift the lid on how to shift behaviour at scale to achieve the energy transition. Marc Khan and Lindsey Hooper interview the pair on the sociopolitical backlash we have seen in some sectors with regard to climate action. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:00:00.000" title=" Why Transitions Don’t Happen Overnight " />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:08:00.000" title="Backlash, Behaviour and Broken Narratives" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:18:30.000" title="Designing Markets That People Say Yes To" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:32:30.000" title="Pragmatic Leadership for Systemic Change" />
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				<itunes:title>What next? | Changing minds, changing markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of podcast series, What Next? Michael Liebreich and Rory Sutherland lift the lid on how to shift behaviour at scale to achieve the energy transition. Marc Khan and Lindsey Hooper interview the pair on the sociopolitical backlash we have seen in some sectors with regard to climate action. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep19 Energy Market Update: Brent retreats after Iran fears ease</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1641530</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent surged above $70/b last week, nearing $72/b, as markets priced in the risk of U.S. military action against Iran. Sentiment has since cooled after confirmation that talks are under way, with prices easing back toward $65/b. While the immediate risk premium has faded, uncertainty around the outcome of negotiations is likely to keep markets on edge.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep19 Energy Market Update: Brent retreats after Iran fears ease</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:50</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent surged above $70/b last week, nearing $72/b, as markets priced in the risk of U.S. military action against Iran. Sentiment has since cooled after confirmation that talks are under way, with prices easing back toward $65/b. While the immediate risk premium has faded, uncertainty around the outcome of negotiations is likely to keep markets on edge.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep103: Precious metals’ dramatic fall</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1641458</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International, makes sense of a busy few days on financial markets, which saw sharp falls in precious metals prices. Despite the dramatic drop in gold, platinum and silver prices, precious metals prices are back to where they were in early January. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep103: Precious metals’ dramatic fall</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
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		<itunes:duration>8:48</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, Investec Wealth & Investment International, makes sense of a busy few days on financial markets, which saw sharp falls in precious metals prices. Despite the dramatic drop in gold, platinum and silver prices, precious metals prices are back to where they were in early January.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 2: Women leading the way in art</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[From discovering and nurturing emerging artists, to building trust-based relationships with collectors, Emma van der Merwe of Everard Read, Shona van der Merwe of RESERVOIR Projects and Anelisa Mangcu of Under the Aegis, discuss the increasing prominence and role of women in the art ecosystem. These three gallerists open up about how they navigate a world traditionally dominated by men, challenges overcome - mentorship, and the often unseen but crucial collaboration of women across the art market. <br />
KEY MOMENTS:<br />
00:00 Introduction and guest intro<br />
01:36 Personal journeys into the art world<br />
07:19 Strategies for establishing authority<br />
08:21 Discovering and elevating new artists<br />
12:03 Women-led galleries and curatorial perspectives<br />
17:59 Collaboration and support within the art ecosystem<br />
19:10 Building relationships with collectors<br />
21:48 Mentorship and cultivating a community<br />
27:02 Defining an artist<br />
30:51 Curatorial voice and career highlights <br />
31:29 Daily drivers and inspiration<br />
33:41 Art collections and personal favourites <br />
36:49 Dream art acquisitions<br />
38:52 Conclusion and closing remarks <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<itunes:title>Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 2: Women leading the way in art</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>40:40</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[From discovering and nurturing emerging artists, to building trust-based relationships with collectors, Emma van der Merwe of Everard Read, Shona van der Merwe of RESERVOIR Projects and Anelisa Mangcu of Under the Aegis, discuss the increasing prominence and role of women in the art ecosystem. These three gallerists open up about how they navigate a world traditionally dominated by men, challenges overcome - mentorship, and the often unseen but crucial collaboration of women across the art market. 
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 Introduction and guest intro
01:36 Personal journeys into the art world
07:19 Strategies for establishing authority
08:21 Discovering and elevating new artists
12:03 Women-led galleries and curatorial perspectives
17:59 Collaboration and support within the art ecosystem
19:10 Building relationships with collectors
21:48 Mentorship and cultivating a community
27:02 Defining an artist
30:51 Curatorial voice and career highlights 
31:29 Daily drivers and inspiration
33:41 Art collections and personal favourites 
36:49 Dream art acquisitions
38:52 Conclusion and closing remarks]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 40: Debt management for young professionals</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1639024</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starting your first real job with a decent pay check should feel exciting but what if it mostly feels confusing, stressful and a little scary? If you’ve made money mistakes before, missed payments or taken on debt you didn’t fully understand, you’re not alone… and you’re not out of options.<br />
<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts, Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Investec’s Keshnie July, Lending Product Owner and Lehlogonolo Ramushu, Credit Risk Consultant, to talk about how young professionals can recover from financial missteps and start building a stronger, more intentional money future.<br />
<br />
The conversation tackles what it really takes to bounce back after defaulting, overextending yourself or ignoring those dreaded payment reminders. From understanding your credit report, to budgeting realistically, facing debt head on and asking for help when you need it, this episode breaks down the practical steps that make recovery possible.<br />
<br />
 The episode also touches on separating needs from wants, avoiding impulse-driven debt, navigating “easy credit” offers and making smarter decisions before taking on new financial commitments. As the discussion shifts toward building wealth, the experts share simple, realistic strategies for saving, creating an emergency fund, paying off debt faster and laying the groundwork for long-term financial security.<br />
<br />
If you’re a young professional trying to reset your money mindset, get out of debt or turn your first proper salary into something meaningful, this episode will help you move from survival mode to stability and eventually, to growth.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:00 Debt management: How to bounce back from money mistakes<br />
02:00 How to build better money habits<br />
03:47 Biggest financial mistakes that young adults make<br />
04:50 Affordability assessment: What young professionals should ask before taking on more debt<br />
06:19 What do you do when you run into financial problems?<br />
08:47 Recovering from debt<br />
10:25 Strategies for building wealth in the long term<br />
10:50 The importance of building an emergency fund<br />
11:20 The importance of having savings<br />
12:10 Practical steps for young professionals starting their wealth journey<br />
15:05 Compare savings accounts with good interest rates<br />
15:20 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 40: Debt management for young professionals</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>16:05</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Starting your first real job with a decent pay check should feel exciting but what if it mostly feels confusing, stressful and a little scary? If you’ve made money mistakes before, missed payments or taken on debt you didn’t fully understand, you’re not alone… and you’re not out of options.

In this episode of Everything Counts, Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Investec’s Keshnie July, Lending Product Owner and Lehlogonolo Ramushu, Credit Risk Consultant, to talk about how young professionals can recover from financial missteps and start building a stronger, more intentional money future.

The conversation tackles what it really takes to bounce back after defaulting, overextending yourself or ignoring those dreaded payment reminders. From understanding your credit report, to budgeting realistically, facing debt head on and asking for help when you need it, this episode breaks down the practical steps that make recovery possible.

 The episode also touches on separating needs from wants, avoiding impulse-driven debt, navigating “easy credit” offers and making smarter decisions before taking on new financial commitments. As the discussion shifts toward building wealth, the experts share simple, realistic strategies for saving, creating an emergency fund, paying off debt faster and laying the groundwork for long-term financial security.

If you’re a young professional trying to reset your money mindset, get out of debt or turn your first proper salary into something meaningful, this episode will help you move from survival mode to stability and eventually, to growth.

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Debt management: How to bounce back from money mistakes
02:00 How to build better money habits
03:47 Biggest financial mistakes that young adults make
04:50 Affordability assessment: What young professionals should ask before taking on more debt
06:19 What do you do when you run into financial problems?
08:47 Recovering from debt
10:25 Strategies for building wealth in the long term
10:50 The importance of building an emergency fund
11:20 The importance of having savings
12:10 Practical steps for young professionals starting their wealth journey
15:05 Compare savings accounts with good interest rates
15:20 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep18 Energy Market Update: Brent pushes above $66/b on renewed supply risks</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1638793</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brent crude has climbed above $66/b this morning, its highest level since Iran-related tensions peaked earlier this month. The rally reflects renewed geopolitical nervousness and a series of supply-side disruptions, prompting markets to price in a higher short-term risk premium.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:22:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep18 Energy Market Update: Brent pushes above $66/b on renewed supply risks</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
				<itunes:image href="https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p374/logo_1638793_20260126_110713_1400.jpeg"/>
		<itunes:duration>3:32</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brent crude has climbed above $66/b this morning, its highest level since Iran-related tensions peaked earlier this month. The rally reflects renewed geopolitical nervousness and a series of supply-side disruptions, prompting markets to price in a higher short-term risk premium.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday ep102 | Are US consumers living beyond their means?</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1638751</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Standing in for Chris Holdsworth this week, investment strategist Osagyefo Mazwai looks at the latest US growth numbers. While GDP growth at a headline level looks robust, it reveals some concerns about personal income, which has been lagging expenditure. The US labour market has also been softening, so while the Federal Open Markets Committee is unlikely to cut this at its meeting this week, markets will nonetheless look for signs of further weakness in employment. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:17:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday ep102 | Are US consumers living beyond their means?</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>7:22</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Standing in for Chris Holdsworth this week, investment strategist Osagyefo Mazwai looks at the latest US growth numbers. While GDP growth at a headline level looks robust, it reveals some concerns about personal income, which has been lagging expenditure. The US labour market has also been softening, so while the Federal Open Markets Committee is unlikely to cut this at its meeting this week, markets will nonetheless look for signs of further weakness in employment.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep119: Davos 2026 | Navigating the new disorder</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos offered fewer illusions, and more realism. The rules-based order is no longer assumed. Geopolitics is now embedded in balance sheets. Scale matters. Delivery matters more.<br />
In the final episode of our Davos Debrief podcast series, Investec Group Chief Executive Fani Titi argues that the defining advantage in today’s global economy is adaptability - the ability of countries and companies to operate amid volatility without waiting for certainty. <br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<psc:chapter start="00:06:20.000" title="How explicitly are geopolitics influencing capital allocation today?" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:09:43.000" title="Sentiment around emerging markets and global portfolios" />
			 
				<psc:chapter start="00:10:36.000" title="What would unlock faster capital deployment into African infrastructure?" />
			 
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				<psc:chapter start="00:16:17.000" title="Key takeaways from WEF2026" />
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep119: Davos 2026 | Navigating the new disorder</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos offered fewer illusions, and more realism. The rules-based order is no longer assumed. Geopolitics is now embedded in balance sheets. Scale matters. Delivery matters more.
In the final episode of our Davos Debrief podcast series, Investec Group Chief Executive Fani Titi argues that the defining advantage in today’s global economy is adaptability - the ability of countries and companies to operate amid volatility without waiting for certainty. 
Read more on www.investec.com/now]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S01 E14 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Bridging the trust gap</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1637615</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode, we examine the erosion of trust between institutions and communities, and why rebuilding legitimacy depends on place-based, locally led approaches Mike Kenny and Jacinta Koolmatrie.<br />
<br />
The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:11:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S01 E14 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Bridging the trust gap</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>52:16</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we examine the erosion of trust between institutions and communities, and why rebuilding legitimacy depends on place-based, locally led approaches Mike Kenny and Jacinta Koolmatrie.

The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep118: AI | From hype cycle to hard choices</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[AI has moved beyond experimentation. It now sits at the centre of decision-making. At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the conversation is clear - how can leaders use AI to drive growth, manage risk and reshape work. <br />
<br />
In episode 2 of our Davos Debrief series, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Lyndon Subroyen, Investec’s Global Head of Digital & Technology, on why AI is a platform shift, not a passing trend, and what that means for strategy, talent and long-term competitiveness.<br />
<br />
Key podcast moments:<br />
00:00: Introduction <br />
01:30: Inside Davos: the spirit of dialogue<br />
02:10: AI’s economic promise and the platform shift<br />
03:05: Balancing AI opportunity and disruption<br />
04:22: Innovating fast without crashing: managing AI risk<br />
05:12: From builders to users: how AI diffuses into society<br />
06:06: Investing in people for an AI-augmented economy<br />
07:16: The skills that matter most in an AI world<br />
08:17: Keeping humans in step with rapid technological change<br />
09:23: Rethinking operating models for the future of work<br />
11:44: Cybersecurity, geopolitics and the dark side of innovation<br />
12:58: Governance, ethics and guardrails for AI at scale<br />
14:01: AI as a growth engine for the global economy<br />
15:11: Sector winners and the universal impact of AI<br />
15:36: Emerging markets and the opportunity to leapfrog<br />
17:04: The one question leaders must ask after Davos<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now<br />
<br />
Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business, and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep118: AI | From hype cycle to hard choices</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[AI has moved beyond experimentation. It now sits at the centre of decision-making. At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the conversation is clear - how can leaders use AI to drive growth, manage risk and reshape work. 

In episode 2 of our Davos Debrief series, Jeremy Maggs speaks to Lyndon Subroyen, Investec’s Global Head of Digital & Technology, on why AI is a platform shift, not a passing trend, and what that means for strategy, talent and long-term competitiveness.

Key podcast moments:
00:00: Introduction 
01:30: Inside Davos: the spirit of dialogue
02:10: AI’s economic promise and the platform shift
03:05: Balancing AI opportunity and disruption
04:22: Innovating fast without crashing: managing AI risk
05:12: From builders to users: how AI diffuses into society
06:06: Investing in people for an AI-augmented economy
07:16: The skills that matter most in an AI world
08:17: Keeping humans in step with rapid technological change
09:23: Rethinking operating models for the future of work
11:44: Cybersecurity, geopolitics and the dark side of innovation
12:58: Governance, ethics and guardrails for AI at scale
14:01: AI as a growth engine for the global economy
15:11: Sector winners and the universal impact of AI
15:36: Emerging markets and the opportunity to leapfrog
17:04: The one question leaders must ask after Davos

Read more on www.investec.com/now

Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business, and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S01 E13 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Making the investable:</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1636752</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are joined by Helena Norrman (SSAB), Sang-Hyup Kim (GGGI) and Marina Grossi (CEBDS – Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development). Together, we focus on how leaders can accelerate clean and green growth by tackling real execution challenges.<br />
<br />
The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:34:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S01 E13 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Making the investable:</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>35:37</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[We are joined by Helena Norrman (SSAB), Sang-Hyup Kim (GGGI) and Marina Grossi (CEBDS – Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development). Together, we focus on how leaders can accelerate clean and green growth by tackling real execution challenges.

The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep17 Energy Market Update: Iran-related volatility drives oil higher</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1636276</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil markets were volatile last week as tensions around Iran pushed Brent close to $67/b before easing back below $64/b after fears of imminent U.S. military action subsided. While the immediate risk premium has faded, prices remain elevated compared with earlier this year, reflecting ongoing concerns over potential disruptions to sanctioned crude flows.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S04 Ep17 Energy Market Update: Iran-related volatility drives oil higher</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>3:58</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oil markets were volatile last week as tensions around Iran pushed Brent close to $67/b before easing back below $64/b after fears of imminent U.S. military action subsided. While the immediate risk premium has faded, prices remain elevated compared with earlier this year, reflecting ongoing concerns over potential disruptions to sanctioned crude flows.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Macro Monday Ep101: Big in Japan – not so big in the US</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1636252</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chris Holdsworth looks at some of the key takeouts from Investec’s latest global asset allocation committee meeting. These include decisions to maintain an underweight position in US equities – based on the country’s economic outlook and high valuations – and to increase the allocation to Japanese equities. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:44:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Macro Monday Ep101: Big in Japan – not so big in the US</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>7:45</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Chris Holdsworth looks at some of the key takeouts from Investec’s latest global asset allocation committee meeting. These include decisions to maintain an underweight position in US equities – based on the country’s economic outlook and high valuations – and to increase the allocation to Japanese equities.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>NOW Ep117: WEF2026 | What markets will be watching in Davos</title>
		<link>https://iono.fm/e/1636129</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting is here and markets are paying attention. As leaders gather in Davos, the conversations will likely shape risk premiums, capital allocation and investor confidence in the months ahead. <br />
In episode one of our special Davos Debrief podcast series, host Jeremy Maggs is joined by Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist at Investec, to cut through the noise and focus on what really matters for investors. <br />
<br />
Podcast key moments:<br />
00:00 - Introduction <br />
01:49 - How should investors interpret the 2026 Global Risks Report findings<br />
02:28 - Does a shift in risk weighting change the thinking around capital allocation and diversification? <br />
03:03 - Are investors underestimating the economic side of global risk? <br />
04:47 - Are investment opportunities and risks in a more multipolar or contested economic order? <br />
05:24 - Where do you see growth potential right now, both in developed economies and in emerging markets?<br />
07:03 - How should investors balance their innovation upside with systemic risk exposure?<br />
08:02 - How do investors think about resilience, whether for portfolios, for businesses or economies?<br />
08:47 - What are the three signals or outcomes that you'll be watching closely at WEF2026?<br />
10:03 - From an investment perspective, how material are positive economic signals from South Africa? <br />
11:55 - What’s the one thing investors should be watching this week when it comes to South Africa's positioning in global portfolios?<br />
<br />
Read more on www.investec.com/now<br />
<br />
Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business, and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business. <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate>
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				<itunes:title>NOW Ep117: WEF2026 | What markets will be watching in Davos</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting is here and markets are paying attention. As leaders gather in Davos, the conversations will likely shape risk premiums, capital allocation and investor confidence in the months ahead. 
In episode one of our special Davos Debrief podcast series, host Jeremy Maggs is joined by Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist at Investec, to cut through the noise and focus on what really matters for investors. 

Podcast key moments:
00:00 - Introduction 
01:49 - How should investors interpret the 2026 Global Risks Report findings
02:28 - Does a shift in risk weighting change the thinking around capital allocation and diversification? 
03:03 - Are investors underestimating the economic side of global risk? 
04:47 - Are investment opportunities and risks in a more multipolar or contested economic order? 
05:24 - Where do you see growth potential right now, both in developed economies and in emerging markets?
07:03 - How should investors balance their innovation upside with systemic risk exposure?
08:02 - How do investors think about resilience, whether for portfolios, for businesses or economies?
08:47 - What are the three signals or outcomes that you'll be watching closely at WEF2026?
10:03 - From an investment perspective, how material are positive economic signals from South Africa? 
11:55 - What’s the one thing investors should be watching this week when it comes to South Africa's positioning in global portfolios?

Read more on www.investec.com/now

Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business, and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>S01 E012 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Reclaiming the future</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[How can we harness AI to deliver human progress, not just corporate profits? Listen today to gain a clearer idea of how the promise of AI’s excites with possibilities.<br />
<br />
We speak to Vilas Dhar, President of Patrick J. McGovern Foundation and philanthropist, technologist and advocate for human-centred AI, to discuss the social and political dynamics in an AI-driven world. <br />
<br />
The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:17:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S01 E012 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Reclaiming the future</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
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		<itunes:duration>39:17</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[How can we harness AI to deliver human progress, not just corporate profits? Listen today to gain a clearer idea of how the promise of AI’s excites with possibilities.

We speak to Vilas Dhar, President of Patrick J. McGovern Foundation and philanthropist, technologist and advocate for human-centred AI, to discuss the social and political dynamics in an AI-driven world. 

The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>S01 E011 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Changing minds, changing markets</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Michael Liebreich and Rory Sutherland lift the lid on how to shift behaviour at scale to achieve the energy transition. Marc Khan and Lidnsay Hooper interview the pair on the sociopolitical backlash we have seen in some sectors with regard to climate action. <br />
<br />
The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>S01 E011 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: Changing minds, changing markets</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>45:27</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Michael Liebreich and Rory Sutherland lift the lid on how to shift behaviour at scale to achieve the energy transition. Marc Khan and Lidnsay Hooper interview the pair on the sociopolitical backlash we have seen in some sectors with regard to climate action. 

The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/3317">Investec Focus Radio UK</source>
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		<title>Everything Counts | Episode 39: Young professionals and the debt trap</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Drowning in credit offers the moment you land your first paycheck? You’re not imagining it, from store cards to buy-now-pay-later, young professionals are being pulled into debt faster than they can say “credit approved".<br />
<br />
In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Investec’s Keshnie July, Lending Product Owner and Lehlogonolo Ramushu, Credit Risk Consultant, to unpack why so many young people find themselves overwhelmed by debt so early in their careers and what you can do to avoid falling into the debt trap.<br />
<br />
From building a healthy credit record without sabotaging your future, to spotting bad deals, understanding unsecured loans and recognising the emotional and social pressures that drive overspending, this conversation takes you inside the real-world decisions that shape your financial life.<br />
<br />
You’ll hear why “easy credit” isn’t always your friend, how small habits snowball into big consequences and the practical steps every young professional can take to stay in control, protect their credit score and build a foundation for long-term wealth.<br />
<br />
If you’re earning your first salary, navigating credit for the first time or trying to break free from financial stress, this episode will equip you with the clarity and confidence you need to make smarter money decisions.<br />
<br />
00:00 Introduction<br />
01:14 Why are so many young people in debt?<br />
02:13 Building a credit record<br />
02:35 The impact of credit decisions<br />
03:48 The marketing of debt<br />
04:27 Unsecured loans and how easy it is to fall into the debt trap<br />
05:03 Importance of reading the fine print<br />
06:14 How much debt is too much?<br />
07:15 Controlling your money habits<br />
07:55 Understanding your finances<br />
09:00 The importance of financial literacy<br />
11:22 Financial mistakes young professionals make<br />
14:36 Financial advice for young professionals: How to spot a bad deal<br />
16:45 The long-term consequences of too much debt<br />
17:20 How debt and credit usage affect your credit score<br />
18:50 What is good debt?<br />
19:50 Debt consolidation and debt review<br />
21:50 Conclusion <a href="https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/investec-focus-radio-podcasts.html">Investec Focus Radio SA</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
				<podcast:season>0</podcast:season>
		<podcast:episode>0</podcast:episode>
						<itunes:title>Everything Counts | Episode 39: Young professionals and the debt trap</itunes:title>
		<itunes:season>0</itunes:season>
		<itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
		<itunes:author>Investec</itunes:author>
					<itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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		<itunes:duration>22:50</itunes:duration>
		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Drowning in credit offers the moment you land your first paycheck? You’re not imagining it, from store cards to buy-now-pay-later, young professionals are being pulled into debt faster than they can say “credit approved".

In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Investec’s Keshnie July, Lending Product Owner and Lehlogonolo Ramushu, Credit Risk Consultant, to unpack why so many young people find themselves overwhelmed by debt so early in their careers and what you can do to avoid falling into the debt trap.

From building a healthy credit record without sabotaging your future, to spotting bad deals, understanding unsecured loans and recognising the emotional and social pressures that drive overspending, this conversation takes you inside the real-world decisions that shape your financial life.

You’ll hear why “easy credit” isn’t always your friend, how small habits snowball into big consequences and the practical steps every young professional can take to stay in control, protect their credit score and build a foundation for long-term wealth.

If you’re earning your first salary, navigating credit for the first time or trying to break free from financial stress, this episode will equip you with the clarity and confidence you need to make smarter money decisions.

00:00 Introduction
01:14 Why are so many young people in debt?
02:13 Building a credit record
02:35 The impact of credit decisions
03:48 The marketing of debt
04:27 Unsecured loans and how easy it is to fall into the debt trap
05:03 Importance of reading the fine print
06:14 How much debt is too much?
07:15 Controlling your money habits
07:55 Understanding your finances
09:00 The importance of financial literacy
11:22 Financial mistakes young professionals make
14:36 Financial advice for young professionals: How to spot a bad deal
16:45 The long-term consequences of too much debt
17:20 How debt and credit usage affect your credit score
18:50 What is good debt?
19:50 Debt consolidation and debt review
21:50 Conclusion]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/4183">Investec Focus Radio SA</source>
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		<title>S04 Ep16 Energy Market Update: Geopolitics Back in focus ahead of 2026 hedging discussion</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before turning to our 2026 Hedging Considerations note circulated on Friday, markets are digesting developments in Iran over the weekend. Rising tensions and the risk of broader regional instability have added a fresh geopolitical premium to oil prices, with Brent firming as investors assess the potential implications for supply and sentiment.<br />
<br />
Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice. <a href="https://www.investec.com">Investec</a>]]></description>
					<category>Business</category>
				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>S04 Ep16 Energy Market Update: Geopolitics Back in focus ahead of 2026 hedging discussion</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Before turning to our 2026 Hedging Considerations note circulated on Friday, markets are digesting developments in Iran over the weekend. Rising tensions and the risk of broader regional instability have added a fresh geopolitical premium to oil prices, with Brent firming as investors assess the potential implications for supply and sentiment.

Please note: this podcast is provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, to buy or sell financial instruments. This podcast does not constitute a personal recommendation and is not investment advice.]]></itunes:summary>
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