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: China’s next AI giant

Friday, 21 August 2026

Artificial intelligence has transformed software, but the next wave of AI winners may emerge from robotics and advanced manufacturing.

This week’s Weekly Wrap explores why China’s manufacturing ecosystem could become one of its greatest AI advantages, alongside the latest developments in oil markets, US monetary policy and a breakthrough in cancer treatment.

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