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Insider trading not a factor in Gordhan recall
According to the DMA (Directorate of Market Abuse) of the Financial Service Board (FSB), there is no evidence of insider trading linked to the recall of former Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan from an international financial roadshow in March.

Regulator investigates Foschini Retail Group for charging club fee
The National Credit Regulator has announced that it has referred Foschini Retail Group to the National Consumer Tribunal for breaching the National Credit Act by charging consumers a club fee on credit agreements.

Tax season 2017 opens
Tax season 2017 officially opened for eFilers on Saturday, 1 July, and today for branch filers.

FNB Banking App now free to access
From 1 July FNB customers who use the bank’s banking app will no longer need data in order to access the app via their smartphones.

Standard Bank creates student crowd-funding platform
Standard Bank has launched Feenix.org a crowd funding platform that allows members of the public to fund students’ college or university fees.

Spur: The long journey to repair its reputation
In an attempt to quell the damage that has been done so far, this week Spur announced that its executive management team will be touring the country to listen to their customers and franchisees.

S&P warn of further downgrades if SARB mandate changes
Global ratings agency Standard & Poor’s has warned that should the Public Protector’s call for a change to the South African Reserve Bank’s mandate be fulfilled, South Africa could face another ratings downgrade.

Airbnb set to launch Premium Tier?
According to several reports, Airbnb is set to launch a luxury spin-off where only hosts with top of the range appliances and five star-like service and offerings will be able to advertise their spaces.

Hollard introduces sports equipment cover
If you are a keen golfer, kayaker, skier, or play another sport where you have to buy expensive equipment you may want to consider Hollard’s latest offering: the Sporting bundle

12 Money habits to make and break in your 30s
Making or breaking money habits can be difficult. Justmoney offers 12 money habits to help you make better decisions regarding your money.

Cape Town may be in for even stricter water restrictions
Cape Town residents should further brace themselves for tougher times as the City of Cape Town (the City) have recently announced that they could potentially be implementing further intensified water restrictions.

Grocery store shopping charges comparison
Online grocery shopping, while still a relatively new addition to the South African market, has proven to be a convenient way to shop without having to leaving the comfort of your home or rush past on your way home from work. What’s key t...

