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November inflation ticks slightly higher to 5.2%

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In November inflation for goods increased by 5.3% year-on-year, from 5.1% in October, according to Stats SA
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Rand firm as Moody’s delays ratings move

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Last week, the rand rebounded sharply following lower-than-expected CPI figures from the US as well as a decline in US stocks
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State-fixed prices cause major pain

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Complex factors influence the prices of electricity, petrol and water, but the state still has wiggle room
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Higher fuel prices help push June Consumer Price Index to 4.6%

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Fuel prices have been steadily increasing since April due to a combination of higher global oil prices, higher fuel taxes and a weakening rand
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PSA not budging as government, unions agree to above-inflation wage hikes

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The PSA which represents 238 000 members is sticking to its demand for 10% raises across the board and balloted its members this week towards a strike
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Unions edgy after wage talks delay

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Public sector unions fear that the new minister won't keep old promises
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Relief for consumers as CPI hits two-year low

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The SARB has managed to keep within its mandate to keep inflation at low levels.
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Little to beef about as prices drop

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Stats show that the prices of some goods have declined since January — meat is down and, for the sweet tooth, so is custard.
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SA in top five of world’s most miserable countries

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South Africa has come in third on Bloomberg's misery index, a list of most painful economies in which to work and live, after Venezuela and Argentina.
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Economic week ahead: A slew of SA data

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SA’s data diary is full this week with updates on it's current account, inflation, mining, manufacturing and retail sales over the coming days.
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Economic week ahead: SA growth update

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The big item on this week’s domestic data docket is South Africa’s latest growth figures. Here is your guide.
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Economic week ahead: SA unemployment update

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Over the coming days, South Africa will release unemployment, money supply, credit extension and trade figures.
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In November inflation for goods increased by 5.3% year-on-year, from 5.1% in October, according to Stats SA

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