The Best of the Money Show

Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the predatory practices of retailers offering store credit, hidden fees, and "upsell" value-added services that can leave customers with unexpected and costly financial obligations.

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Stephen Grootes Richard Mulholland, Founder of Missing Link and Too Many Robots to discuss JD Vance's speech, highlighting its effective use of subtle rhetoric, strategic communication, and calculated positioning, which sets him apart from traditional politicians and showcases the importance of thoughtful communication in leadership.

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Stephen Grootes discusses the anticipated revision of total tax revenue collection with Lesedi Seforo, Project Director for Tax Advocacy at SAICA exploring the implications of lower GDP growth on tax rates, revenue, and household finances.

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Viv Govender, Portfolio Manager at Rand Swiss gives the market wrap up for the week with host Stephen Grootes.

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Stephen Grootes discusses the unprecedented delay of the budget speech with a panel of experts, including Peter Attard Montalto, Managing Director at Krutham, governance specialist Lukhona Mnguni, and Alan Mukoki, CEO at Sacci. The delay comes after government partners failed to agree on a proposed VAT rate hike, which sparked opposition from the DA and concerns about its impact on the economy.

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Stephen Grootes discusses with Warren Ingram, a financial advisor and Co-Founder of Galileo Capital, whether owning a home is a smart investment or a long-term liability, particularly for those nearing retirement.

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Dr. Rutendo Hwindingwi, the founding director of Tribe Africa advisory and author of Rumble in the Jungle Reloaded, and Stephen Grootes take a look at top business news around the continent.

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Stephen Grootes talks to Zetu Damane, a Chartered Marketer, about the advertising dispute between Bobtail and Montego over Bobtail's claim of being "South Africa's number one dog food brand". 

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Wayne Duvenage, CEO at Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse about whether ongoing corruption and rising taxes could spark widespread revolt.

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Ravi Naidoo, CEO at Youth Employment Service, about South Africa's official unemployment rate decreasing to 31.9% in the fourth quarter of 2024.

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