Hot markets, hot deals - and toffees

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This week, Bruce Whitfield's Business Week looks at SA’s attempts to secure a US trade deal - along with other big developments. Bruce also speaks to Adcock Ingram CEO Andy Hall about a game-changing new deal that could mark a major turning point for the maker of Panado, Compral, and Corenza C. Zwelakhe Mnguni, chief investment officer at Benguela Global Fund Managers, shares his take on the markets after a red-hot week in South Africa. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. And then, the unlikely origin story of the beloved toffee brand Darling Sweet. Bruce speaks to the founder, an antique dealer who turned his shop into a factory. This podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.
24 Jul 2025 English South Africa Business · News

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