Bank governor Lesetja Kganyago says there are still risks, so central banks are moving carefully
Business Day TV speaks to Investec chief economist Annabel Bishop and FNB senior economist Koketso Mano
Stats SA says August inflation rate is the lowest since 2021
Business Day TV spoke to Old Mutual’s chief economist, Johann Els
Policymakers see the Bank’s benchmark rate falling by another half a percentage point by the end of the year and a percentage point in 2025
There has been much progress in implementing the reforms of the Ramaphosa administration, CEO tells audience
Government departments urged to get on same page in support of sector
Hope of rate cut and sustained moderation in inflation have increased consumers’ willingness to spend, especially in higher-income groups
Centre for Risk Analysis says increasing competition underscores urgent need for Transnet’s recovery plan
At core of macroeconomic trajectory is improved living conditions for all
The country is behind the curve on developing a strategic policy framework, says Hugo Pienaar
After the spike in late 2023 caused by a disease outbreak, price increases have moderated
The Bank is expected to reduce interest rates by 25 basis points to 8%
The ratings agency says the GNU has provided some certainty, but risks to political stability remain
Policy certainty is required over labour market dynamics, telecom spectrum and mining sector expansion
The three social groups surveyed expect inflation to average 4.8% over the next five years
Business Day TV speaks to independent analyst Roelof Botha
Adjustments suggest slightly more optimistic outlook for buying activity and house price growth
The improved inflation outlook amid mediocre economic growth will offer justification for the Reserve Bank to lower interest rates next week
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector increased, starting the third quarter on a positive note