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2. The rand, interest rates, and a small group of forex pairs, with USD/ZAR at the centre.

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Synaptics Is Leaning Into IoT. Its Strategy Officer Kept $7 Million in Stock

2026-07-22 00:18 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Synaptics' Chief Strategy Officer Satish Ganesan sold 1,465 shares for tax withholding purposes, retaining 61,834 shares worth $7.1 million. The transaction signals confidence in the company's strategic pivot toward IoT and edge computing, where Core IoT sales jumped 31% last quarter with full-year IoT revenue expected to exceed $385 million, while legacy mobile touch business declines.

Axe note: Synaptics’ pivot to IoT is accelerating, backed by strong insider conviction and solid sales growth.

SpaceX Is Down 20%: Here's Why I'm Still Not Buying

2026-07-22 00:05 • The Motley Fool Negative Axe Cap view: Selective

SpaceX stock has declined below its $135 IPO price to around $119, but analyst Adria Cimino remains cautious about buying despite the pullback. While the company shows promise with its integrated rocket, connectivity, and AI businesses, concerns include high valuation relative to risk, limited visibility, and capital expenditures ($20B) exceeding revenue ($18B). Morningstar's fair value estimate of $63 suggests the stock remains overpriced.

Axe note: Despite a 20% drop, SpaceX’s valuation and spending keep it off my buy list for now.

Fantastic News for Netflix Stock Investors!

2026-07-21 23:30 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Despite Netflix shares being down 45% over the past 12 months due to slowing revenue growth and competition concerns, the article argues there are strong reasons for optimism. Netflix has penetrated only 45% of addressable households and captures just 7% of addressable revenue market, indicating massive growth potential. The company is expanding live programming (including sports rights like the FIFA Women's World Cup and plans to bid for the Men's World Cup), long-form video podcasts, and gaming initiatives to boost subscriber engagement and leverage its strong brand moat.

Axe note: Netflix's low market penetration and new content push offer growth, but South African investors should weigh FX and local relevance.

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