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Why David Shapiro is nervous about Tesla, Coronavirus and (sigh) Cyril's SONA

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David Shapiro, South Africa's original "raging bull", has turned cautious on the big stories of the moment. He explains why in the latest episode of Rational Radio where he likens Tesla to a fan club rather than an investment opportunity; cautions investors to tread warily while there is still so much uncertainty about the coronavirus; and reckons the President's State of the Nation Speech will be more of the same muddling through without addressing any of the urgent issues. Love him or not, SA's favourite market commentator always makes for great listening. - Alec Hogg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Feb 2020 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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