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Shapiro’s insights on today’s markets and the construction industry

David Shapiro has a keen sense of what is going in the world. His years of experience have provided him the benefit of a training ground that allows him to see through the noise, into the balanced reality of the situation. David’s insights into the markets locally and globally are always refreshing because of the … Read more

Fancy buying a share for 20c in each rand’s worth of value? – Daily Newsletter

Hi there, Everyone loves a bargain. Except in the share market. Shareholders are never happier than when recently bought counters rise in value. Or more miserable than when the price falls. Which is actually completely irrational. Investment means taking a longer-term view. The less you pay for something today, the greater its return will translate … Read more

Sentiment trumping facts: Esor trading at 20c for every Rand of its value

Esor, a civil engineering and construction group has had a difficult time of late, with a number of loss-making contracts on its books and share prices dipping nearly 80% over the last year. The company released its results today, making an expected headline loss per share. Adding to the quagmire of negative press for Esor, … Read more