The Layman
Business | Economics | Politics
2020
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3–4 minutes“Junk Status” Explained in Layman terms
Read More →: “Junk Status” Explained in Layman termsLike credit scores, sovereign credit ratings have become a common feature in the credit market and our daily lives. A sovereign credit rating is an assessment of a country’s creditworthiness or ability to repay its debt. The government borrows money…
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3–5 minutesAn Overview of Basic Investment Vehicles in Layman terms
Read More →: An Overview of Basic Investment Vehicles in Layman termsWealth generation has become a common buzzword in the 21st century. This is partly due to the high standard of living as well as the fact that individuals have unlimited needs and wants, for which a basic salary or wage,…
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5–8 minutesA Dialogue with Young Business Leaders – Meet Tlou, Dineo and Sithembiso
Read More →: A Dialogue with Young Business Leaders – Meet Tlou, Dineo and SithembisoHow did you generate your business concept? I was inspired by an article I read on the high unemployment rate in South Africa as well as the opportunities provided by the hospitality industry. Thus, upon completing my matric studies, I…
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3–4 minutesHow Does Government Debt Affect You in Person?
Read More →: How Does Government Debt Affect You in Person?The government accumulates debt by acquiring loans either from local or international lenders. A certain fraction of government debt is Rand dominated while the other is foreign currency dominated. The fraction which is Rand dominated is affected by the inflation…
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2–3 minutesThe Ins and Outs of Buying Shares
Read More →: The Ins and Outs of Buying SharesOne of the greatest lesson history offers is that, in every crisis, there is an opportunity to be sought. Any crisis, be it a financial, health or economic crisis, brings about innovation and collaboration as individuals work together to seek…
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2–3 minutesHow Does A Reduction in the Repo Rate Affect You?
Read More →: How Does A Reduction in the Repo Rate Affect You?When the Repurchase rate (hereafter – repo rate) is reduced, individuals and firms who hold or seek repo-linked loans benefit the most. A reduction in the repo rate simple means that the cost of borrowing has declined. Thus, anyone who…
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