Every now and then, a quiet company suddenly finds itself in the spotlight – and JSE small cap, ISA Holdings (JSE: ISA) is having one of those moments. The cybersecurity specialist, which most retail investors probably haven’t thought about in years, dropped a surprise cautionary announcement that turned heads…
Read MoreOn 17 October 2025, SA’s Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) quietly published a policy that could redefine the country’s entire tertiary education landscape. For the first time in democratic history, private higher education institutions can legally use the title university.
Read MoreIt’s not every day that a new company rings the bell on the JSE – and it’s even rarer when the company in question is one that actually makes you sit up and say, “Now this… this could be something.” That’s exactly what’s happening with Optasia, the fintech gem sitting inside Ethos Capital’s (JSE: EPE) portfolio. The company recently announced its intention to list on the JSE – or as the market likes to say, it “intends to float.”
Read MoreEvery now and then, a deal comes along that makes the market sit up and take notice. Not because it’s massive or flashy – but because it tells you something about where confidence is starting to return. That’s what this latest move by Premier Group (JSE: PMR) feels like. The FMCG heavyweight – best known for household staples like Blue Ribbon bread and Lil-lets – has just announced plans to acquire RFG Holdings (JSE: RFG) in a share-for-share transaction.
Read MoreThe JSE Small Cap Index recently hit a new all-time high, signalling renewed investor interest and momentum in smaller, high-growth companies. If you’re looking for opportunity, 2025 could be the year to focus on nimble, innovative small caps that have the potential to deliver outsized returns. From fintech innovators to tech-driven service providers and financial turnaround stories, some of SA’s most exciting growth opportunities are right under the radar. Below, I highlight three JSE small caps poised to make a big impact in 2025 – companies with strong fundamentals, proven growth strategies, and leadership aligned with shareholder success.
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