Gearing ratio. Current ratio. Working capital. These aren’t just accounting buzzwords — they’re how you spot whether a company’s engine is running smoothly or held together with duct tape and debt. In this episode, we explain what each of these ratios tells you about a company’s financial health, especially in sectors like mining, construction and retail. Packed with South African flavour, plain English, and no accountant-speak.
The Money Maze helps South African retail investors stop drowning in jargon and start navigating the market like someone who actually knows what they’re doing. This is not financial advice.

Not all dividends are created equal. In this episode, we break down dividend cover, forward yield, and special dividends in plain South African English. Learn how to spot risky payouts, interpret yield forecasts, and avoid confusing once-off bonuses for stable income. Perfect for EasyEquities users and JSE investors chasing passive income.

The Money Maze helps South African retail investors stop drowning in jargon and start navigating the market like someone who actually knows what they’re doing. This is not financial advice.

Ever wondered why JSE companies report HEPS and Core Earnings? This episode unpacks Headline Earnings per Share, what impairments mean for your portfolio, and why “core” profits aren’t always so pure. Perfect for South African retail investors tracking JSE results. We break it down with plain English and sharp humour.

The Money Maze helps South African retail investors stop drowning in jargon and start navigating the market like someone who actually knows what they’re doing. This is not financial advice.