Did Pick n Pay just name its next boss?

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In this episode, Bruce Whitfield interviews Jason Quinn, CEO of Nedbank, which this week announced strategic shifts. Bruce also tests his theory about a new contender for Pick n Pay’s top job with veteran investor Piet Viljoen. And then, a security expert speaks on the surge in kidnappings and how executives are being targeted. Certified financial planner Warren Ingram shares practical tips on building wealth. The podcast is sponsored by Capitec. To catch every episode of Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, click the follow and subscribe buttons on News24’s Spotify, Apple and YouTube podcast channels. Editions drop on Thursdays at 17:00.

7 Aug English South Africa Business · News

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