Roland Jackson

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HSBC boss in shock exit as bank warns of ‘challenging’ times

Article Roland Jackson - 5 Aug 2019

Monday's surprise news came shortly before HSBC reported first-half net profit up 18.6% at $8.5-billion from a year earlier.

Nissan sparks Brexit shockwaves through UK auto sector

Article Roland Jackson - 4 Feb 2019

The carmaker revealed Sunday that the crossover vehicle would no longer be manufactured at its vast plant in Sunderland

Britain eyes higher growth in Brexit year

Article Roland Jackson & Ben Perry - 29 Oct 2018

Britain has ramped up its economic growth outlook for next year, when the country will exit the European Union

007 carmaker Aston Martin drives into £4.3bn London listing

Article Roland Jackson - 3 Oct 2018

Aston Martin has priced its initial public offering at £19 per share in the middle of its stated range

Europe’s energy giants reap benefits of oil price surge

Article Roland Jackson & Serene Assir - 26 Jul 2018

Rising oil prices can push up inflation, but first, they translate into rising revenues and profits for energy majors and producer nations

Global markets plunge as Greece shuts banks

Article Roland Jackson - 29 Jun 2015

Markets across the world tumble as Greece orders its banks to shut for a week and imposes capital controls after its citizens emptied ATMs.

Standard Chartered takes a knock in market value

Article Roland Jackson - 7 Aug 2012

Standard Chartered's market value has slumped almost a quarter after US regulators alleged it hid $250-billion in transactions with Iran.

BP posts annual loss on oil-spill disaster

Article Roland Jackson - 1 Feb 2011

BP on Tuesday posted its first annual loss in almost two decades as a result of last year's devastating Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

Goldman Sachs faces UK probe as net widens

Article Roland Jackson - 20 Apr 2010

UK launched a probe into US bank Goldman Sachs on Tuesday linked to US fraud charges that the Wall Street giant misled investors.

BA, Iberia sign merger deal to create global giant

Article Roland Jackson - 8 Apr 2010

BA and Spanish flag carrier Iberia on Thursday announced a merger deal to create one of the world's biggest airlines.

World stock markets slump on European debt fears

Article Roland Jackson - 5 Feb 2010

Global equities tumbled on Friday as investors ran for cover on fears that soaring European state debt could damage a fragile economic recovery.

Kraft swallows Cadbury in multibillion-dollar takeover

Article Roland Jackson - 19 Jan 2010

Cadbury, a monument to the British chocolate bar, fell on Tuesday to US giant Kraft by accepting an offer worth £11,5-billion.

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection