JSEDirect with Simon Brown

SARB wants a lower inflation target; how, why & implications?


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Sasol Secunda Reprieve
  • Recap of Sasol's recent developments.
  • Minister's agreement to Sasol's appeal regarding emissions at Secunda.
  • Stock bounce and support level analysis.
  • Target prices discussion and outlook for Sasol.

PGM Miners' Performance
  • Analysis of platinum group metal (PGM) miners' performance.
  • Notable increases in stock prices.
  • Consideration of factors affecting the industry, including production cuts and demand for catalytic converters.
  • Exploration of whether the current uptrend indicates the beginning of a bull market.
  • Discussion on supply and demand dynamics in the PGM market.
  • Mention of Sibanye Stillwater's* CEO's forecast.
  • Reflecting on year-to-date performance of PGMs.
  • Insights into the future trajectory of PGM prices and potential risks.

[caption id="attachment_41807" align="aligncenter" width="849"] PGM and miner moves for the month of April up to the 9th[/caption]

Fitch Cuts China's Outlook to Negative
  • Overview of Fitch's downgrade of China's outlook.
  • Analysis of implications for the Chinese economy.
  • Examination of the performance of Chinese stocks.
  • Commentary on factors contributing to China's economic struggles.
  • Exploration of potential effects on global markets.

WeBuyCars Listing
  • Preview of WeBuyCars' upcoming listing.
  • Discussion on the valuation and market cap of WeBuyCars.
  • Comparison with Transaction Capital.
  • Speculation on market demand for second-hand cars and implications for WeBuyCars' growth strategy.
  • Evaluation of WeBuyCars' disruptive potential in the automotive industry.
Inflation Targeting Discussion
  • Analysis of the South African Reserve Bank's inflation targeting strategy.
  • Exploration of the history and purpose of inflation targeting.
  • Evaluation of the current inflation target and potential for revision.
  • Discussion on the process and implications of lowering the inflation target.
  • Advocacy for starting the conversation on revising the inflation target to ensure long-term economic stability.

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