You can also listen to this podcast on iono.fm here. Chantal Marx from FNB Wealth & Investment unpacks the Merafe results and what the Nersa decision means for the micro cap, plus what’s next for Brait after its R2.5bn rights issue – could a Virgin Active listing be on the cards? Jeremy Sampson from Brand Finance discusses their Mining, Metals & Minerals Top 50 2026 report, noting that zero local miners made the cut. And Sachin Chanderdhev from Absa Business Banking explains why resilience, rather than simply cutting costs, is becoming manufacturing’s new competitive edge. Read:Why Virgin Active is doubling down on luxury wellness clubsBrait launches R2.5bn rights offer as endgame strategy enters final phaseMerafe share priceBrait share priceGuests on today’s show:Chantal Marx: FNB Wealth & InvestmentJeremy Sampson: Brand FinanceSachin Chanderdhev: Absa Business Banking