Dominique Olivier
The Merch Awakens: The Real Star Wars Empire
In the summer of 1977, a sound was heard that changed the world forever. This wasn’t the sound of a politician’s voice, or the chanting of protesters - no, this was the distinctive sound of a lightsaber powering up. And through some brave entrepreneurial strategies, George Lucas used it to begin a toy revolution.
Unlock the Stock
UNLOCK THE STOCK: PBT Group
In the 58th edition of Unlock the Stock, PBT Group returned to the platform to update us on the recent numbers and the latest strategic thinking.
Podcasts
PODCAST: No Ordinary Wednesday Ep105 – Global consumer trends 2025
From AI-optimised shelf space to influencer-fuelled fast fashion, global consumer trends are in flux. Global Consumer Analyst at Investec UK, Eddy Hargreaves, joins No Ordinary Wednesday to explore retail innovation, brand strategy, and why selling to today’s cautious, connected shopper is trickier than ever.
Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories #66: The exit edge – is private equity still outpacing IPOs?
The latest C-suite Barometer study by Forvis Mazars paints a positive picture for private equity and alternative investments, with 26% of global executives planning to use these channels to raise funds in the year ahead. But why is this the case? And will private equity continue to outpace IPOs as the exit mechanism for choice?
Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories #65: Altvest unplugged – a no-limits conversation with Warren Wheatley
With edgy branding and a highly unusual approach in South Africa of building from the ground up in public (i.e. while listed on the JSE), Altvest is playing life on hard mode. CEO and founder Warren Wheatley knows this, yet he remains steadfast in his belief about what they are building. Get ready for over an hour of hard-hitting conversation around Altvest's assets, director remuneration and more.
Capitec
The Finance Ghost Plugged in with Capitec: Ep 1 (Bootstrapping a Brownie Business – TheHungryMute)
Makomborero Mutezo is in the early stages of building a food design empire. With a mix of culinary and design skills, plus a curious mind, he shares delicious insights in episode 1 of The Finance Ghost plugged in with Capitec.
Dominique Olivier
WeTransfer: rage against the machine
The rule of thumb on the internet is that unless it's obvious what the product is, the product is probably you. WeTransfer's attempt to change its Ts & Cs is proof, as explained by Dominique Olivier.
Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories #64: Beyond the S&P 500 – emerging market opportunities (with Kingsley Williams of Satrix)
With half of 2025 in the rearview mirror, it's been a period in which investors have actively looked for opportunities beyond the United States. That's good news not just for alternatives like Europe, but emerging markets like India and China as well. Kingsley Williams joined me to talk about the key drivers and opportunities in each of those markets.
