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Dave Pinnock was part of a panel discussion on the wide-ranging impact of geopolitical and geo-economic shifts on SA Inc

As South Africa approaches the 1 August 2025 deadline for the implementation of the 30% US tariffs, CDH and Deloitte recently hosted an event examining the wide-ranging impact of geopolitical and geo-economic shifts on SA. The discussion focused on tariff impositions, global trade realignments, and how South African businesses can navigate these changes and emerge stronger.

24 Jul 2025 04:34 Minutes TV interview

David Pinnock, Director in the Corporate & Commercial practice, noted that while uncertainty can be challenging, it also presents new opportunities. David highlighted that South African corporates have shown strong adaptability, particularly in expanding into less developed jurisdictions with untapped potential, often greenfield markets with room for growth.

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