Why South Africa needs to brace for rate hikes Rates hikes are on hold, and unless there’s a speedy resolution in Iran, consumers are looking at the prospect of sharply higher debt costs… by Vernon Wessels March 27, 2026 Economy & Markets
South Africans rue gold’s plunge — and it could get a heap worse Global markets – aside from gold and PGMs – have been hardly rattled by the Gulf conflict. Should peace not break out, that could… by Giulietta Talevi March 23, 2026 Investing & Finance
The week ahead: Interest rates in focus Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come… by The South Africa Brief March 23, 2026 News
Rand rally keeps rate cuts in play The Reserve Bank’s monetary policy committee voted four to two to keep rates on hold, but March may finally see some relief … by Vernon Wessels January 30, 2026 Economy & Markets
The week ahead: Finally – a court reckoning for Jacob Zuma? Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come… by The South Africa Brief January 26, 2026 News
The SARB’s review of prime will not reduce the cost of debt The prime interest rate is a benchmark for pricing loans. Changing the benchmark will not alter the economics of lending… by Stuart Theobald January 16, 2026 Economy & Markets·Opinion
Missed the listed property bus? You can still profit in 2026 2025 was a humdinger for South African property stocks. The easy money has been made, but double-digit gains are still possible… by Giulietta Talevi December 19, 2025 Investing & Finance
More rate cuts coming – but the path lower will be bumpy South Africans can look forward to another year of rates relief – albeit at a stop-start pace… by Vernon Wessels November 21, 2025 Economy & Markets·News
Godongwana claims control of new 3% inflation target The finance minister made clear that lowering the inflation target to 3% was his call, in a move that could reset monetary policy for… by Vernon Wessels November 12, 2025 Economy & Markets·News
Can SuperRand hang onto its hero year? The rand’s gains are largely a story of dollar weakness, but there a few home factors that could see the unruly currency strengthen further… Tim CohenGiulietta Talevi October 13, 2025 Economy & Markets
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