Monday, 30 October 2017 15:40

Training

In our fast-paced world, Individuals and businesses that are given proper training and support in their professional development are likely to be more motivated with an advanced knowledge base leading to an increase in overall productivity Read more

Friday, 31 March 2017 01:24

making use of your credit bureau

Written by George Nachamba

The 2nd quarter of 2017 has just ended and Fincheck is proud to present to you the second edition of the FINS Bulletin for 2017. But before we get into the quarter analysis, we felt we needed to re-introduce ourselves and clarify on our new brand, what we stand for and who we are Read more

Thursday, 27 July 2017 14:40

Fins bulletin 2 2017

Written by George Nachamba

The 2nd quarter of 2017 has just ended and Fincheck is proud to present to you the second edition of the FINS Bulletin for 2017. But before we get into the quarter analysis, we felt we needed to re-introduce ourselves and clarify on our new brand, what we stand for and who we are Read more

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Thursday, 15 June 2017 12:58

FINS BULLETIN 1 2017

Since 1946 as Dun & Bradsreet, then as TransUnion and now we have always provided valued individual and business credit information to the market so that companies can make informed risk management decisions, After revamping our products, we are proud to re-introduce our value adding publications to valued clients. But fincheck will not be stopping there; over the coming months and years Read more

Articles

Wednesday, 26 June 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #26

The country is awash with analysis and review of Statutory Instrument 142 of 2019 and incidentally that sort of thing is what the Brew is for. We've dedicated this issue to breaking down the new currency directive,...Read more

Monday, 24 June 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #25

It seems the general population is morally upright; at least where lost wallets are concerned. Regardless, if ever you're going to lose your wallet, make sure it's Bond Notes in there because where forex is concerned, morals can take a backseat....Read more

Tuesday, 18 June 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #24

Prices are changing like that so best to race through the isles as fast as possible. Next time you go shopping make sure to put on some trainers and active wear because...Read more

Friday, 14 June 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #23

What's the only thing worse than 10 hours of no electricity? More than 10 hours of no power. ZESA has announced it will ramp up loadshedding to Stage 2...Read more

Monday, 10 June 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #22

We've always known it was coming but now the prospect of a Zimbabwean currency looms large. Deep down we want to be genuinely hopeful but fears abound of an impending currency crisis. Interestingly, local currencies work just fine in many parts of the world...Read more

Friday, 7 June 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #21

Companies are constantly battling to cushion their workers from the ravages of inflation with periodic salary increments. Some have opted to fund these adjustments in RTGS$ tracking inflation whilst others have opted for US$. We favour the US$ and here's why...Read more

Wednesday, 5 June 2019 09:01

Fins Brew #20

The value of the RTGS$ has been plunging alarmingly. Most traders have resorted to pegging prices in US$ to beat this drop in value whilst others review prices even several times in a day to stay ahead of currency erosion. Covering yourself seems simple enough...Read more

Monday, 3 June 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #19

Zimbabwe has taken up another IMF recovery programme. Fingers crossed it works out this time. In today's Brew:...Read more

Friday, 30 May 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #18

Of late, reading of the Riot Act seems to be the only phenomenon more common than price hikes in Zimbabwe. Interestingly, unlike the Brew, reading of the Riot Act does not actually involve any reading. ...Read more

Wednesday, 28 May 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #17

You know what doesn't require fuel? Bikes. You know what doesn't have potholes? Cycle tracks. So fill your tank or buy a BMX. The choice is yours...Read more

Monday, 27 May 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #16

There are still a few fairly misled companies that feel they can still sell at previously viable US$ prices. Their justification is maintaining the value of their revenues amid rampant inflation. What they fail to realise is because their prices in RTGS$ are far too high; due to the afore-mentioned price elasticity of demand, demand for their products invariably falls.Read more

Friday, 24 May 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #15

As hopeful Zimbabweans and others as concerned friends of Zimbabwe; we desperately latch on to the euphoria brought about by announcements of supposedly major economic breakthroughs because each time we hope it will finally work out.Read more

Wednesday, 22 May 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #14

In simple terms, if forex quantities on the interbank market are not sufficient, the economy will again turn to the parallel market for forex. This will result in a higher RTGS$-US$ rate and thus increases in prices of goods and services with shortages following closely behind....Read more

Monday, 20 May 2019 10:01

Fins Brew #13

As you read this, there is some theft or misdemeanor happening in your company. Somewhere in the country there is someone siphoning state funds or signing off a tenderpreneurship deal. There are people seeing these things happen but as sure as night follows day; they will say nothing because there is nothing in it for them...Read more

Thursday, 16 May 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #12

Inflation has made consumers impecunious, penurious, indigent or in plain terms, broke. There is no lighter way of putting it, we even tried by breaking out the thesaurus just there...Read more

Monday, 13 May 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #11

The loadshedding schedule has been released so if you like warm showers and ironed clothes, take a look here and plan accordingly.Read more

Thursday, 9 May 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #10

Good morning. It's your usual Thursday Brew with a little something new.In today's Brew we feature:Read more

Monday, 6 May 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #9

Monday again and what better way to start your day than with the Fins Brew.In today's Brew we feature:Read more

Thursday, 2 May 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #8

It's back to school weekend so brace yourself for some last minute holiday homework, uniform shopping and gruelling school runs. In today's Brew we feature::Read more

Monday, 29 April 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #7

Prices are still rising, fuel somewhat available and we're still on the lookout for Cyclone Kenneth. Nothing like the Fins Brew to get your mind off the 'important stuff' whilst still focusing on more important stuff. In today's Brew we feature:Read more

Friday, 26 April 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #6

It's been a great week with no bread or fuel price hikes. The exchange rate didn't kill us all and best of all we had some new 'mega deals.' In our Friday Brew we have:...Read more

Tuesday, 23 April 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #5

We're back with Monday blues on a Tuesday. The Brew's just what you need to shake off the holiday hangover and get back in the groove.In this Brew we feature: ...Read more

Wednesday, 17 April 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #4

Fincheck, since being Dun&Bradstreet and then Transunion has always been giving out information to help businesses make decisions, but mainly to the credit related space. We still do that, but in this modern world of ever changing demands on businesses, we have decided to go a step further to help you have a better handle on the prevailing economic trends, what they mean for business and how to live with them. ...Read more

Monday, 15 April 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #3

Fincheck, since being Dun&Bradstreet and then Transunion has always been giving out information to help businesses make decisions, but mainly to the credit related space. We still do that, but in this modern world of ever changing demands on businesses, we have decided to go a step further to help you have a better handle on the prevailing economic trends, what they mean for business and how to live with them. ...Read more

Thursday, 11 April 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #2

Fincheck, since being Dun&Bradstreet and then Transunion has always been giving out information to help businesses make decisions, but mainly to the credit related space. We still do that, but in this modern world of ever changing demands on businesses, we have decided to go a step further to help you have a better handle on the prevailing economic trends, what they mean for business and how to live with them. ...Read more

Monday, 8 April 2019 10:00

Fins Brew #1

Good morning, good morning. Fincheck since being Dun&Bradstreet and then Transunion has always been giving out information to help businesses make decisions, but mainly to the credit related space. We still do that, but in this modern world of ever changing demands on businesses, we have decided to go a step further to help you have a better handle on the prevailing economic trends, what they mean for business and how to live with them...Read more