Petrol retailers have repeated calls for greater transparency in the fuel industry following the announcement of a 61c a litre price increase that kicks in on Wednesday. Mineral and energy department says the factors influencing the increase are the crude oil price and the weakness of the rand. 2 Feb 2009
With the global economy in turmoil and the idea of recession now firmly part of global popular consciousness, consumers have become highly aware of their spending habits and the brands they spend their money on. Interestingly, however, according to futurist Faith Popcorn, “many people are not prepared to give up small indulgences that they have grown accustomed to.” 2 Feb 2009
The budget cuts and spending freezes resulting from the current economic downturn have reduced the number of legitimate opportunities for sales representatives; therefore, organisations are placing a renewed emphasis on cutting costs and customer retention to combat certain economic realities. 2 Feb 2009
One could be forgiven for wondering if there were two different retail sectors operating in SA right now. 30 Jan 2009
DAVOS, SWITZERLAND: While the International Monetary Fund has projected the worst economic prospects for 60 years and the International Labour Organisation projects 50 million job losses globally, South Africa will remain relatively unscathed by the global economic crisis. 30 Jan 2009
Motorists are expected to pay 61 cents more for petrol from next week Wednesday. 30 Jan 2009
The South African Reserve Bank is investigating the origin of a hoax email with an image of a fake R500 note design which is currently circulating countrywide. 30 Jan 2009
Simba is introducing a new initiative to its Corporate Social Investment (CSI) stable, called Ready Steady Go. The programme aims to encourage an active and outdoor lifestyle amongst South Africans of all ages while having fun. 30 Jan 2009
The Wine Show Jo'burg, in association with The Star, is set to delight Gauteng crowds with a virtual A - Z of the South African wine industry represented at this year's event. The three-day wine extravaganza takes place at Gallagher Estate, Midrand from 29 - 31 May 2009. 30 Jan 2009
Consumers, tasked with selecting brands that understand their needs and develop products which speak to their heart and pocket, have named Unilever the winner of nine of the 13 categories in which it was nominated in South Africa's inaugural Product of the Year Awards. The announcement was made at a gala award evening held at the Vodadome in Midrand last night, 29 January 2009. 30 Jan 2009
Trade union Solidarity has criticised the failure of retailers Pick n Pay, Checkers and Spar to cut food prices in line with the dramatic drop in fuel prices. 30 Jan 2009
Toshiba sank into the red in the third quarter and expects a loss for the full year as the global economic crisis sinks sales of digital products and home appliances. 30 Jan 2009
Eastman Kodak said Thursday it is cutting 3,500 to 4,500 jobs, or 14% to 18% of its work force, as it posted a US$137 million fourth-quarter loss on plunging sales of both digital and film-based photography products. 30 Jan 2009
Sony said Thursday its net profit plunged 95% in the October-December quarter, as the holiday shopping season provided no respite for the struggling electronics giant and tepid sales of TVs, digital cameras and cell phones hit its bottom line. 30 Jan 2009
The Producer Price Index (PPI) for December 2008 dropped by 1.6% to 11% year-on-year (y/y), lending further good news to hard-pressed South Africans awaiting an interest rate cut. 29 Jan 2009
Eikendal, the Cape Wineland cellar situated on the slopes of the Helderberg, has just released the 2005 vintage of its elegant Classique - the estate's flagship Bordeaux-style red blend. 29 Jan 2009
Nampak Cartons and Labels has been manufacturing cartons for Bakers Biscuits and Pyotts for over 40 years, including all the packaging for the brand's recent makeovers. 29 Jan 2009
Two years into the lifespan of the PlayStation 3, Sony's online offerings are a mixed bag. 29 Jan 2009
IBM doesn't have a close contender when it comes to snagging patents in the US. However, a glance at the line-up reveals a somewhat jarring state of affairs: 23 of the top 35 companies awarded US patents in 2008 are not US companies. Does that mean America has lost its innovation edge? 29 Jan 2009
The Department of Trade and Industry on Wednesday announced the establishment of South Africa's Investment Call Centre, to be officially launched in March 2009. 29 Jan 2009
