Harare makes way for Little Shanghai
Attracted by Zimbabwe's government, that likes to see itself as China's best friend, Chinese businesspeople are making the trek to Zimbabwe.
Citizens upbeat but taxes bother
Despite levels of pessimism worldwide about economic conditions, local business owners are more optimistic than their international counterparts.
Business continues to cut costs
Businesses are continuing to cut costs and focus on efficiencies, a survey of leading executives across Europe and the Middle East has shown.
Debate rages over scope of ratings agencies Bill
The conundrum facing credit ratings agencies can perhaps be best illustrated by the comments of a director of one of the industry's largest players.
Growth spurt for online economy
The internet economy is growing markedly and is now worth R59-billion, contributing 2% to the South African economy, writes Lisa Steyn.
Back the rand with gold
Joseph Stiglitz's advice sounds similar to that of the old-time salesmen selling snake oil as a cure for everything.
All savings plans are not created equal
Reform is needed to simplify products for which the returns are barely worth the investment, writes Maya Fisher-French.
Companies cautious about risks
The slowdown in the global economy and effect of cheaply manufactured goods on the local manufacturing sector will continue to affect production.
Business confidence at three-year low
The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry says business confidence dropped to its lowest point last month since March 2009.
Caution tarnishes the silver lining
Despite signs of economic growth, inflation and energy fears have put a damper on South Africa's economic forecasts.
SA's business confidence drops
The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry says business confidence in the country dropped in January to its lowest level since May 2010.
Business confidence takes a knock
The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry says business confidence stabilised in November -- but at low levels.
Business confidence takes a knock
The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry says the Business Confidence Index declined by 0.9 points last month.
SA business confidence on the rise
Moody's Analytics believes that South Africa's economic recovery is durable and that business confidence is on an upward trajectory.
Business confidence up
Sacci's business confidence index rose to its highest level since September 2008 at 88,3 in March, from 86,4 in February, it said on Tuesday.
Business confidence steady in January
Business confidence held steady in January compared with December, the SA Chamber of Commerce and Industry said on Thursday.
SA business confidence rises in December
Business confidence in SA improved slightly in December but remains vulnerable due to shaky investment and household spending, a survey shows.
Business confidence down in October
Business confidence dropped in October after rallying for the previous five months, the SA Chamber of Commerce and Industry said on Wednesday.
SA business confidence up, but correction seen
South Africa's business confidence index jumped to its highest level in two years in August.
Business morale dips on economic concerns
Business confidence in SA slipped in July on signs the economy is still struggling to gain momentum after last year's recession, a survey has showed.
