Don't expect change on interest rates, say economists
The South African Reserve Bank will leave interest rates unchanged for the foreseeable future should economic conditions persist, economists predict.
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Benchmarked interest rate planned for Zambia
Zambia's central bank has decided to introduce a benchmark interest rate from the beginning of April to replace its money-supply targeting.
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JSE tackles primary dealers
The bond market, critical to service the country's deficit, is coming under fire.
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Gordhan: Low interest rates may not be good for SA
Low rates favour tech and capital-intensive investment, not the labour-absorbing activities SA may need, says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.
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Rates steady in spite of rand's freefall
The Reserve Bank kept interest rates steady on Thursday, after a sharp overnight depreciation of the rand and amid darkening expectations.
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No further interest-rate relief for consumers
Making modest purchases and avoiding lavish spending should see you through 2011.
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The Walmart pledge
The retailer is famous for reducing inflation by 1% through efficiencies in the markets. Why isn't government rolling out the red carpet?
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The best interest for my lump sum
Where can I go to compare interest rates?
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Interest vs inflation
How much interest can you withdraw while keeping your lump sum growing with inflation?
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No rate cut, so tighten your belt
We won't have more money in our pockets -- but we should still use the low-interest-rate environment to reduce debt.
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