Eskom, Transnet and the public sector wage bill will feature large in next week’s medium-term budget policy statement
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Global dynamics and South Africa’s energy crisis will weigh on domestic growth for years to come. But green investment could, eventually, resuscitate the economy
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Producer price inflation reached 13.1% in April, marking the highest print since 2012
The rand has managed to withstand even the strongest global headwinds, but it is unlikely it will continue to hold steady in the wake of the Fed’s aggression
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Consumer inflation is expected to remain close to the central bank’s 6% ceiling, amid war-induced oil price rally
The treasury is meeting rating agencies that identified the public service compensation as a threat to South Africa’s credit outlook
The volume of new mortgage applications reached multi-year highs amid record low interest rates
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Critics have said the repo rate hike will jeopardise already sluggish economic growth, but others say the gradual increase will have little effect
The delay in additional capacity to the grid was not caused by a lack of private capital, but a lack of projects
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Global inflation has surprised on the upside, which may factor into whether the Reserve Bank’s monetary policy committee decides to raise the interest rate on Thursday
Analysts say the Reserve Bank could start tightening monetary policy as early as next month
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Corporate South Africa is feeling the Covid-19 pinch. But is there space for growth domestically?
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Administrators at First National Bank are accused of duping Investec out of millions of rand.
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In South Africa, a strong trade surplus, buoyed by robust commodity prices, will cushion our economy against pressure arising from US policy
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Statistics South Africa has overhauled its GDP data, which now show that the economy was 11% larger in 2020 than previously estimated
The mining industry is riding a wave that will eventually crash, analysts warn
Any gains made at the beginning of the year could be undone as the protests and the ongoing Covid-19 lockdown threaten business confidence
Reserve Bank launches feasibility study into a possible retail central bank digital currency, which is expected to be concluded in 2022.
Technology used in cryptocurrency will overhaul the banking sector and cater for the unbanked
Shareholder engagement on climate-crisis risks is an proving effective tactic to bring about change
It’s best to consult a professional financial advisor when investing offshore
Investing in international assets allows for greater diversification, which is a key investment principle for reducing risk
Lenders and other creditors have now agreed that Markus Jooste has until March 2019 to repay his debts without interest
This, an interview with radio personality Xolani Gwala, is the first in a series of profiles that will be a regular feature in the M&G
Before the court battle over rand-rigging begins, the tribunal must settle a number of preliminary skirmishes
After numerous pre-hearings, the matter is finally being heard, well over a year after the Competition Commission referred the case to the tribunal
Steinhoff shares have plunged more than 95% since it reported irregularities in its accounts in December, valuing the business at about R8.85-billion
After Markus Jooste’s investment company has sold off assets to pay his creditors, the former Steinhoff CEO could make about R500-million
The budget should placate ratings agencies, but analysts say we need solid political leadership and policy reforms to evade full-blown junk status
The group said the decision by Investec to appoint two chief executives perpetuates negative stereotypes
Consumer confidence is so low that some may be wondering whether the infamous family has captured the festive season.
Its problems are many and its debt overwhelming.So the question remains: Can the airline be saved?