Market Watcher: As good as it gets

This evening, we unpack the day’s market movements with Sanlam Private Wealth, examine the strategic buyout of Tiger Wheel & Tyre with Deal Makers International, explore Alexforbes’ growth trajectory, discuss the mindset of the country’s wealthiest individuals with Standard Bank, look at the business case behind the 2026 Fifa World…

Nick Kunze of Sanlam Private Wealth unpacks a broadly positive day on the JSE and a stronger rand, driven by US dollar weakness. He also discusses the SpaceX IPO, the rush of listings and momentum in the AI trade. He notes that IPO surges often signal overheated markets that can…

Andrew Bahlmann – Managing director, Deal Makers International

Dawie de Villiers – CEO, Alexander Forbes

Jacques Els – Head of wealth and investment, Standard Bank