macroeconomics

Magic Markets #206: The year ahead – buckle up!

2025-01-08T20:56:49+02:00

To kick off the year, we couldn't resist talking about the major themes that have carried over from 2024 into a new calendar year. US - China relations, interest rates, frothiness in equity valuations - it's all in here, along with a sobering discussion that gives context to the JSE performance last year vs. global alternatives. Get excited about the markets this year in this episode of Magic Markets, with a fast-paced overview of the big stuff that you should be following.

Magic Markets #206: The year ahead – buckle up!2025-01-08T20:56:49+02:00

Magic Markets Ep179: Demystifying US jobs data

2024-06-12T22:01:24+02:00

The headlines will often focus on US jobs data, but what does it really even mean? Why should people outside of the US care? And of course, what do all the acronyms mean? In demystifying the markets and bringing these concepts to the fore, Mohammed Nalla and The Finance Ghost talked through the jobs data and how it impacts central banks around the world. They also discussed the impact on equities in different sectors and how great jobs data isn’t always good news for shares.

Magic Markets Ep179: Demystifying US jobs data2024-06-12T22:01:24+02:00

Magic Markets Ep93: Macro Markets Mayhem

2022-09-14T22:32:43+02:00

The US CPI print was slightly different to market expectations, though you would never say so based on the mayhem that ensued. The sell-off was brutal, hitting tech stocks the hardest. Risky assets (like the rand) also took a knock. In this episode, we discuss macroeconomic concepts not just around inflation in the US, but also around China and Europe. For bonus points, we also touch on South African companies that have exposure to Europe. Magic Markets is your invitation to be part of the dealing room conversations that are usually closed off from public ears. Join us and learn! [...]

Magic Markets Ep93: Macro Markets Mayhem2022-09-14T22:32:43+02:00
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