Sun International profit rises as casinos drive growth & SA farm exports grow with Africa taking 40%
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Stephen Grootes discusses Sun International's profit growth and South Africa's agricultural export performance with industry experts.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Sun International CEO Ulrik Bengtsson about the group’s interim results, with Sunbet income jumping 35.5% to R1.2 billion and land-based casino income returning to growth for the first time in three years. Land-based casino market share rose to 49%, while hospitality revenue increased 7.7% to R1.3 billion. In other interviews, Wandile Sihlobo, Chief Economist at Agbiz talks about South Africa’s strong agricultural export performance in 2026, with exports rising 11% in the first half of the year and Africa remaining the country’s biggest export market, accounting for 40% of agricultural shipments The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live…
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