Mining

Caterpillar: Playing the Cycles

Magic Markets2022-09-07T23:40:59+02:00

Use the podcast player below to listen to our discussion on Caterpillar and its Q2’22 result, which accompanies the detailed write-up below: (Date of report: 8 September 2022) When it comes to iconic brands in the real economy, Caterpillar is right up there. You’ll even find it at your local toy store, getting kids excited with all kinds of yellow machinery. There’s more to the business than just diggers and trucks, as Caterpillar even plays in the marine industry. With a core business focusing on mining, energy and infrastructure, Caterpillar is exposed to the nuts and bolts of the economy. This [...]

Caterpillar: Playing the CyclesMagic Markets2022-09-07T23:40:59+02:00

Magic Markets Ep62: Afrimat – a track record as Hotazel

Magic Markets2022-02-10T01:16:14+02:00

With a share price and earnings track record that puts most companies to shame, Afrimat is widely regarded as a company with excellent capital allocation discipline and focused strategic execution.Starting in the construction industry, Afrimat has evolved into a strong mid-tier miner. Afrimat’s secret lies in owning a diversified portfolio of counter-cyclical businesses. The overlay of this cyclicality, when viewed in aggregate, creates a more attractive earnings profile and de-risks the entire operation. A conservative approach to the balance sheet has also been key to success.In Episode 62 of Magic Markets, we welcomed Afrimat CEO and founder Andries van Heerden to [...]

Magic Markets Ep62: Afrimat – a track record as HotazelMagic Markets2022-02-10T01:16:14+02:00

Magic Markets Ep51: Foreign Investment in SA

Magic Markets2021-11-18T03:49:01+02:00

Natale Labia is a South African living in Italy (Milan, to be exact) and so he brings a European perspective to the show. As an ex-South African banker, Natale is familiar with our market. He applies that expertise in his role as a partner at Lionhead Capital, where he is Head of Macro Strategy and Economics. You can read more about Natale's background at this link. Some listeners may recognise his name from his regular contributions to Daily Maverick, a publication which Magic Markets co-host The Finance Ghost also contributes to on a weekly basis. In this show, we discussed a macro [...]

Magic Markets Ep51: Foreign Investment in SAMagic Markets2021-11-18T03:49:01+02:00

Magic Markets Ep41: Commodity Economy

Magic Markets2021-10-03T13:39:25+02:00

The commodity economy is playing out in front of our very eyes, not just in South Africa but in other important African jurisdictions as well. The obvious impact is on mining companies themselves, but there are other South African companies that have benefitted along the way, like MTN. In an inflationary environment where Fed Chair Jerome Powell seems quite comfortable with letting durables inflation run, commodity-related stocks are making a strong case for inclusion in our portfolios. Magic Markets is your invitation to join The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla as they discuss the markets, their portfolios and all things finance-related. Listen to the show [...]

Magic Markets Ep41: Commodity EconomyMagic Markets2021-10-03T13:39:25+02:00

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