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Simon Roberts

Simon Roberts

Professor of Economics and Director of the Centre for Competition, Regulation and Economic Development, University of Johannesburg

Professor Roberts held the position of Chief Economist and Manager of the Policy & Research Division at the Competition Commission from November 2006 to December 2012. Prior to joining the Competition Commission he was Associate Professor of Economics at the University of the Witwatersrand, where he established and directed the Corporate Strategy and Industrial Development research programme examining firm decision-making and economic outcomes. In addition, Simon has consulted extensively on competition matters over the past 15 years and has been an expert witness in a number of major cases.

Previous positions include lecturer in Development Economics, University of East Anglia, UK; Senior Research Officer, Bank of Botswana; and lecturer in Economics, University College Cork, Ireland. Simon holds a PhD from University of London (Birkbeck College), MA from University of East Anglia, and BA (Hons) from Oxford University.

He has published widely including in the World Competition, Journal of Competition Law and Economics, Industrial and Corporate Change, Journal of African Economies, Development and Change, Journal of International Development, and the South African Journal of Economics.

South Africa's economy is badly skewed to the big guys: how it can be changed

Mar 14, 2018 08:51 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

The South African economy looks uncomfortably the same to the one inherited when the country transitioned from apartheid to democracy in 1994. Which is why its time for a robust economic policy agenda to make it more open,...

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Economy

UK gilts gain after January consumer inflation disappoints investors; 10-year auction in focus

The United Kingdoms gilts gained during Wednesdays afternoon session, after the countrys consumer price inflation (CPI) data for the month of January, disappointed market participants, also down from the previous reading...

German bunds remain narrowly ahead of Q4 2018 GDP, Eurozone December trade balance

The German bunds remained narrowly mixed during European session Wednesday ahead of the countrys gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of 2018, scheduled to be released on February 14 by 07:00GMT and the...

USD/SGD likely to trade lower in line with rebound in EUR and CNH, says Scotiabank

The USD/SGD currency pair is expected to trade lower in line with a rebound in the EUR and the CNH, according to the latest research report from Scotiabank. The SGD has been running a close correlation with the EUR and the...

JGBs continue mixed trading ahead of Q4’18 GDP data amid lingering hopes of U.S.-China trade deal

The Japanese government bonds continued to trade mixed towards the end of Asian session Wednesday, as investors await the countrys gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of this year, scheduled to be released...

Australia 10-year bond yield jumps to 1-week high after Trump softens stance on trade negotiations

Australian government bonds slumped across the curve during Asian trading session Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump softened his stance on trade negotiations overnight, along with tentative progress to avoid...

Politics

Donald Trump to Sign Smaller Border Wall Funding to Avoid Another Government Shutdown

After a 35-day shutdown, the government has temporarily reopened but what happens after the Feb. 15 deadline is still quite uncertain. However, there are reports that United States President Donald Trump will most likely...

Vladimir Putin’s Aide Tackles Alleged Russian Interference in 2016 U.S. Presidential Election; Writes Choice Is an ‘Illusion’

The relationship of Russian President Vladimir Putin and United States President Donald Trump has been a highly debated topic. Many critics believe the Russian government interfered with the election that Trump won in...

Melania Trump 2019: ‘Hidden Message’ in First Lady’s Dress at Donald Trump’s State of Union Address Demystified

United States first lady Melania Trumps fashion choices are often interpreted by people on social media and the press as having hidden messages. So Mrs. Trumps stylist, Hervé Pierre, was quick to dismiss any...

Vladimir Putin 2019: Witches Cast Spells to Strengthen the Russian President and Weaken the Country’s Enemies [VIDEO]

Vladimir Putin has the support of witches as dozens of them recently held a ritual to cast spells on the Russian president so he will gain more strength and defeat the nations that will go against him and their country....

Donald Trump Announces Plans to Meet North Korea’s Kim Jong Un Again via Summit in Vietnam

Donald Trump revealed that he will be meeting North Koreas Kim Jong Un again and this will take place in Vietnam. The announcement was made on Tuesday, Feb. 5 via the American presidents second State of the...

Science

Cancer Cure 2019: Experts Doubt Israeli Company’s Promise of Delivering ‘Complete Cure’ in 1 Year

Scientists from Israel recently announced they are one year away from delivering a complete cure to cancer. But some experts are explaining why the promised time frame is questionable. In late January, scientists and...

HIV/AIDS Cure 2019: Study of HIV ‘Accessory Protein’ Can Lead to Improved Treatment Plans for Patients

Aside from continuously researching for the absolute cure to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), scientists are also working on improving the treatment plans for infected...

Cancer Cure Found in One of World’s Most Rare Elements That Caused Dinosaur’s Extinction?

Iridium is one of the elements believed to have contributed to the extinction of dinosaurs. And, recently, scientists announced it is possible that it could also help them develop a cure for cancer. Scientists from...

HIV/AIDS Cure 2019: Donald Trump’s State of the Union Address Includes 10-Year Program to Weaken Epidemic

U.S. President Donald Trump will reportedly pledge on immensely diminishing the human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) epidemic while scientists are still looking for the ultimate...

HIV/AIDS Cure 2019: New Research Grants Focus on Body's Natural Control of the Virus Post-Treatment

Scientists around the world are exploring various angles to further understand HIV/AIDS and find a cure. Several research grants were previously awarded to groups who are aiming to focus on post-treatment control. The...

Technology

‘Kingdom Hearts 3’ Latest News & Update: Third Entry’s Sales Performance Declines in Japan but Blazes Across Europe

After enjoying the top spot for several weeks regarding sales performance in Japan, Kingdom Hearts 3 has now fallen from the summit. The fall wasnt too far, however, as it currently sits on the number two spot, PushSquare...

OnePlus 7 Release Date, Latest News & Update: Upcoming Device Speculated to Make an Appearance at WMC 2019

The OnePlus 7 is expected to come out this year and fans are hoping that the Shenzhen-based company will outfit the smartphone with game-changing features. While its predecessor was positively received by the market, it...

‘Sims 5’ Latest News & Update: Why It Will Be Huge & What It Should Include

The launch date of Sims 5 has not even been announced yet but a lot of fans are already clamoring for the game to be released. This is hardly surprising considering the popularity of not only the games but the entire...

iOS 12.1.4 Latest News & Update: Handy Features & Ugly Setbacks, Still Worth Downloading

There is much that can be said about the regular iOS updates that Apple puts out but boring is certainly not one of them. This is still the case with iOS 12.1.4 where the update provides more convenient features for the...

‘GTA 6’ Release Date, Latest News & Update: Will Rockstar Create ‘GTA Online 2’ After Sixth Installment’s Release?

Its the second month of 2019 and Rockstar has yet to break their silence whether or not GTA 6 is indeed in development. Fans of the single-player franchise are becoming more and more restless as the predecessor of GTA 6...

Digital Currency

Snapshot on Intricacies of Ethereum-Based JPM Coin

FxWirePro: Crypto arbitrage opportunity for the day

Fundamental Interactions comes up with automated hedger for tokens

Law

Why a government would be mad to advise the refusal of royal assent to a bill passed against its will

How safe is Australia? The numbers show public attacks are rare and on the decline

Animal activists v private landowners: what does the law say?

Life

Maths: should English schools look to Switzerland rather than Shanghai for inspiration?

Two years after Québec mosque killings, Islamophobia continues to rise

Culturally responsive teaching in a globalized world

Nature

The world's shellfish are under threat as our oceans become more acidic

Carbon capture and conversion must not rely on rare metals

To predict droughts, don't look at the skies. Look in the soil... from space

Sports

Anthony Davis Trade 2019: Pelicans Superstar Unclear to Play All-Star Weekend Due to Shoulder Injury

Kawhi Leonard 2019: New Balance Ad Takes Jab at James Harden and Kevin Durant

Michael Schumacher 2019: Formula One Legend, Lewis Hamilton Described as 'Best Ever' Drivers by Mercedes CEO Praises

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro: Buy EURUSD above 1.13100

FxWirePro:USD/CAD Trade Idea

FxWirePro: EUR/USD bears in full control despite weak US economic data dip till 1.12150 is possible

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2019-02-15 21:09:15
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GERMAN DEFENSE MINISTER URSULA VON DER LEYEN SAYS EUROPE WORKING ON WAYS TO CONTINUE DEFENSE COOPERATION WITH UK IN EVENT OF BREXIT - DEUTSCHE WELLE
2019-02-15 21:08:45
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FITCH ON RUSSIA SAYS THE PROSPECT OF HARSHER ADDITIONAL U.S. SANCTIONS REMAINS HIGH
2019-02-15 21:08:35
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FITCH SAYS RUSSIA'S POSITIVE OUTLOOK REFLECTS CONTINUED PROGRESS IN STRENGTHENING ECONOMIC POLICY FRAMEWORK UNDERPINNED BY MORE FLEXIBLE EXCHANGE RATE
2019-02-15 21:08:29
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CORRECT: FITCH AFFIRMS AZERBAIJAN AT 'BB+'; OUTLOOK STABLE
2019-02-15 21:08:15
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FITCH AFFIRMS RUSSIA AT 'BBB-'; POSITIVE OUTLOOK
2019-02-15 21:07:54
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DOW, NASDAQ CLIMB FOR EIGHTH STRAIGHT WEEK
2019-02-15 21:04:45
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FOR THE WEEK, THE S&P ROSE 2.5 PCT, THE DOW GAINED 3.1 PCT, THE NASDAQ CLIMBED 2.4 PCT
2019-02-15 21:00:29
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BRAZIL'S BOVESPA CLOSED AT 97,525.91, DOWN -0.50%
2019-02-15 21:00:25
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CANADA'S S&P/TSX COMPOSITE CLOSED AT 15,844.94, UP +0.95%
2019-02-15 21:00:23
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NASDAQ UNOFFICIALLY CLOSES UP 45.38 POINTS, OR 0.61 PERCENT, AT 7,472.34
2019-02-15 21:00:16
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S&P 500 UNOFFICIALLY CLOSES UP 29.81 POINTS, OR 1.09 PERCENT, AT 2,775.54
2019-02-15 21:00:10
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DOW JONES UNOFFICIALLY CLOSES UP 442.91 POINTS, OR 1.74 PERCENT, AT 25,882.30
2019-02-15 21:00:08
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UNITED STATES DEC 2018 NET L-T FLOWS,INCL.SWAPS DECREASE TO -66.6 USD VS PREV 19.1 USD (REVISED FROM 25.3 USD)
2019-02-15 21:00:06
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UNITED STATES DEC 2018 OVERALL NET CAPITAL FLOWS DECREASE TO -33.1 USD VS PREV 32.1 USD (REVISED FROM 31 USD)
2019-02-15 21:00:04
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UNITED STATES DEC 2018 FOREIGN BUYING, T-BONDS DECREASE TO -77.4 USD VS PREV -13.2 USD (REVISED FROM -9.3 USD)
2019-02-15 21:00:02
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UNITED STATES DEC 2018 NET L-T FLOWS,EXSWAPS DECREASE TO -48.3 USD VS PREV 32 USD (REVISED FROM 37.6 USD)
2019-02-15 20:23:34
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CFTC-SPECULATORS TRIM CBOT US 10-YEAR TREASURY FUTURES NET SHORT POSITION BY 74,432 CONTRACTS TO 125,752 IN WEEK ON JANUARY 22
2019-02-15 20:23:24
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CFTC-SPECULATORS TRIM CBOT US 2-YEAR TREASURY FUTURES NET SHORT POSITION BY 8,764 CONTRACTS TO 258,445 IN WEEK ON JANUARY 22
2019-02-15 20:22:52
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CFTC-SPECULATORS INCREASE CBOT US ULTRABOND TREASURY FUTURES NET SHORT POSITION BY 31,600 CONTRACTS TO 313,532 IN WEEK ON JANUARY 22
2019-02-15 20:22:06
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CFTC-SPECULATORS INCREASE CBOT US ULTRABOND TREASURY FUTURES NET SHORT POSITION BY 31,600 CONTRACTS TO 313,532 IN WEEK ON JANUARY 22
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Europe Roundup: Sterling steadies on upbeat UK retail sales, euro slumps as EZ trade surplus shrinks, European shares surge - Friday, February 15th, 2019

Economics Monitor

February 15 21:00 UTC Released

UST Flows,Incl.Swaps

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-66.6 Bln USD

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25.3 Bln USD

February 15 21:00 UTC Released

USOverall Net Capital Flows

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-33.1 Bln USD

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31 Bln USD

January 31 00:00 UTC 550417550417m

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-1541 %

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