Johannesburg Stock Exchange CEO on S. African Markets, Riots

The video discusses South Africa's market performance, highlighting its strong export-driven growth and reforms prior to recent unrest. Despite significant foreign investor outflows, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange remains resilient, supported by domestic investors and inflows in the bond market. The market has shown stability and adaptability, with minimal disruptions to operations. Specific sectors, particularly consumer-facing ones, have been affected, but recovery efforts are underway, supported by public-private partnerships and international financial aid.

What was a key factor in South Africa's strong performance in emerging markets before the unrest?

• Increased foreign aid

• Export growth

• Decrease in inflation

• Tourism boom

How have domestic investors responded to foreign investors exiting South Africa?

• They have remained neutral

• They have also exited the market

• They have decreased their investments

• They have increased their investments

What has been the impact on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange during the recent market volatility?

• It has shut down temporarily

• It has shown resilience and stability

• It has experienced a major crash

• It has been unaffected

Despite foreign investor outflows, what has been the trend in the South African bond market?

• Significant outflows

• Stable with no change

• Significant inflows

• Complete collapse

How has the Rand been affected by the recent economic events?

• It has significantly depreciated

• It has been unaffected

• It has appreciated

• It has remained stable

Which sectors are most affected by the civil unrest in South Africa?

• Healthcare sectors

• Technology sectors

• Consumer-facing sectors

• Agricultural sectors

What type of partnership is supporting the recovery of infrastructure in South Africa?

• Public-private partnership

• Private sector initiative

• International aid partnership

• Government-only initiative