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businesslive.co.za | Adele Shevel
Thanks to loans from the IDC, Amsa has been able to delay the shutdown of its two long-steel plants, saving thousands of jobs — at least in the short term
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2 weeks ago | 
businesslive.co.za | Adele Shevel
Edgars, once South Africa’s biggest clothing retailer, is almost through its turnaround but is not yet ready to sell, says Norman Drieselmann, CEO of new owner Retailability. “We’re not desperate sellers,” he says. “Our goal isn’t to exit at all costs but rather to sell at fair value.”However, it has agreed to sell apparel brands Style, Swagga and Legit, along with homeware brand Boardmans, to Pepkor. The price wasn’t disclosed, but is reported to be about R1.9bn.
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3 weeks ago | 
businesslive.co.za | Adele Shevel
THE GHOST TRAIN Take an overdose of Trump, add some tariffs, bring to a boil, and voila — a hot mess in consumer stocks
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3 weeks ago | 
businesslive.co.za | Adele Shevel
Consumer brands conglomerate AVI — owner of Five Roses tea, Bakers biscuits and Willards chips — boasts enviable returns on the JSE food producer and beverage sector. But could the returns be even fatter if the group slimmed down to its market-leading snacks and beverages brands? Some punters reckon so, what with the group weighed down by iffy performances in its cosmetics and fashion segments.
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3 weeks ago | 
app.marketiq.co.za | Adele Shevel
Consumer brands conglomerate AVI — owner of Five Roses tea, Bakers biscuits and Willards chips — boasts enviable returns on the JSE food producer and beverage sector. But could the returns be even fatter if the group slimmed down to its market-leading snacks and beverages brands? Some punters reckon so, what with the group weighed down by iffy performances in its cosmetics and fashion segments.
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3 weeks ago | 
wantedonline.co.za | Adele Shevel
You can use a QR code where you can scan the menu or you can ask a server to help, depending on whether you feel like interaction or want to be left alone. Choices from small plates (the fish taco smoked chilli jam, pickled slaw, coriander burn lime) is sensational. All food has calorie counts next to them, which can jolt one into reality. There is a small buffet area with healthy fresh salads, which no doubt serve breakfast options in the morning.
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1 month ago | 
timeslive.co.za | Adele Shevel
20 March 2025 - 11:00 Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package. The worlds of tea and fragrance have the potential to intertwine because they share a connection with the use of botanicals, herbs and flowers. Known for complex, nature-inspired scents, Diptyque is sold internationally but has maintained a niche and rather exclusive appeal among those who appreciate craftsmanship.
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1 month ago | 
timeslive.co.za | Adele Shevel
13 March 2025 - 09:00 Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package. In a cross-continental artistic exchange, local luxury jewellery brand Pichulik, known for its innovative use of rope embellished with brass and stones, has joined Italian creative Matteo Cibic in a collaboration that will see the creation of a series of playful and bizarre design objects.
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1 month ago | 
businesslive.co.za | Adele Shevel
Shoprite’s Checkers and Woolworths have grown market share at the premium end of the food market, signalling that gains are coming at the expense of other retailers. Pick n Pay and Spar are closing stores and could be sacrificing market share to save the bottom line. “I still believe Checkers is the best positioned in the market at the moment, though Woolies has succeeded in retaining loyal customers throughout a difficult five years.
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1 month ago | 
wantedonline.co.za | Adele Shevel
Each venue, including Ouzeri, is selected after receiving a certain number of votes that create 50 Best world-leading global and regional lists. Opened in 2022 and inspired by the lively bars of Cyprus and Greece, Ouzeri is a trendy yet traditional Cypriot-Greek restaurant in Wale Street in Cape Town, just off the Bree Street hub. Charalambous says this achievement reflects their dedication to creating an authentic experience for our guests.
