Introduction:
- Simon Brown kicks off the episode discussing the current state of the Rand, noting its stability leading up to the elections despite fluctuations.
- Speculation around ANC's momentum in the polls and potential coalition scenarios.
- The impact of the dollar's weakness on the Rand's performance.
Structured Products:
FNB's New ETNs:
- FNB's introduction of new Exchange Traded Notes (ETNs), including a variety of indices and US-listed stocks.
- Explanation of Compo and Quanto variations, tailored to currency impacts.
- Highlights of recently launched ETNs, such as Nvidia, Booking Holdings, Eli Lilly, and Palo Alto Networks.
Amazon.co.za's Arrival:
- Simon provides insights into Amazon.co.za's debut in South Africa, discussing initial observations and comparisons with local competitors.
- Discussion on the potential impact of Amazon's entry on brick-and-mortar retailers and existing online platforms.
Exploring Small Caps:
- Simon poses the question of whether local small caps on the JSE offer value or pose as value traps.
- Definition and implications of value traps in investments, emphasising the importance of dividends and price appreciation.
- Insights from John Biccard of Investec on potential post-election performance in small caps.
- Examination of various small cap stocks, analysing dividend yields, price-to-book ratios, and earnings potential.
- Simon's perspective on the opportunities and challenges presented by small cap investments, urging caution and strategic analysis.
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