Tag: financial crisis

Three months ago, investors were looking forward to an improved year of global growth and corporate earnings. That was then. The coronavirus crisis is an era-defining event; one which will have a significant impact on not only how we live, but also where we invest.

Findings from the pre-lockdown COVID-19 National Small Business Survey shows deep economic challenges for small businesses during these unpredictable times. The survey canvassed thousands of small businesses throughout the country, providing valuable insight into the devastating effects as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in the sector, these effects deemed to worsen significantly over the coming weeks. 

Changes to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are aimed at avoiding another global financial crisis. This is in response to the backlash against IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts from critics in the insurance industry.

2016 marked another challenging year for South Africa’s mining industry in the wake of subdued commodity prices, an increase in short-term volatility, increased pressure...