Viv Govender
Portfolio Manager, Rand Swiss
Viv is a senior analyst and investment specialist, focusing on international and local markets. He frequently appears in the media, contributing to channels such as: SABC, CNBC, SAFM, 702 and ETV. He is also a regular guest lecturer at a number of prominent business schools and advanced education programmes, and previously lectured at tertiary institutions such as UKZN and DUT.
You can follow Viv on YouTube at @RandSwiss for regular market updates and AI insights.
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The Weekly Wrap: Japan’s quiet crisis
Friday, 7 August 2026
Markets have welcomed signs of easing tensions in the Middle East, but another risk is quietly building in Asia.
This week’s Weekly Wrap examines why Japan’s weakening currency and growing debt burden could have important implications for global markets. The episode also explores the outlook for oil prices and what the latest technology earnings reveal about investor expectations for AI.
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