South African retail sales showed growth in May. Sales were up almost 2% — the first uptick since the new taxes came into effect in April. But analysts still warn that the improved results are unlikely to save SA from a recession in the second quarter. Independent analyst Syd Vianello spoke to Business Day TV about the data and what it means for the broader economy.
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