Analysts upbeat over inflation outlook despite rise in consumer inflation
The core number fell to the Reserve Bank’s midpoint of 4.5% in September amid currency fluctuations and upward pressure on wages
18 October 2023 - 19:15
Consumer inflation spiked in September, hurt by sharply higher fuel and elevated food prices.
Stats SA data released on Wednesday shows consumer inflation rose in September to 5.4% year on year from 4.8% in August and 4.7% previously. ..
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