Manufacturing Capital Equipment: A Catalyst for Economic Growth in South Africa’s GDP By Chantell Hanekom, Senior Portfolio Manager, Merchant West Manufacturing is a cornerstone of South Africa’s economy, contributing approximately 13-15% to the nation’s GDP, or roughly 523 billion ZAR (about $28 billion USD). This sector employs about 1.6 million

Strengthening Supplier Relationships: A Strategic Approach to Mutual Success By Chantell Hanekom, Senior Portfolio Manager, Merchant West As one of Africa’s leading privately owned financial institutions, Merchant West is continuously expanding and providing innovative financial solutions across various sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, fleet, aviation, technology, and many more. A key

Ensuring Sustainable Energy at a Cost That Resists NERSA Tariff Increases By Brendan Black – Sector Head – Renewable Energy Energy is fundamental to our existence. The primary source of energy is the sun. Without it, the earth would descend into chaos, and surface temperatures would drop to minus 400°C.

Are All Your Eggs in One Basket? By Juan-Phillip Gerber, Regional Sales Manager Asset Finance Cape Town Why should you consider a second-tier funder, such as Merchant West Asset Finance, alongside your primary funding lines with a commercial bank as a strategically sound approach for long-term financial resilience and growth.