WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 16 OCTOBER 2023
It was more of the same in the financial markets last week following the release of the latest FOMC minutes...
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How the South African Economy Showed Resilience Amidst Economic Challenges
The South African economy has long been considered to have immense potential. However, it is also known for its structural...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 02 OCTOBER 2023
The markets have a heavy data calendar to digest this week, with a host of PMI’s scheduled for release, in...
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The Decline of South African Infrastructure: A Deterrent to Investors
The recent tragic blaze that took place in Marshalltown, Johannesburg on August 31, 2023, resulting in the loss of 74...
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Understanding the Impact of Fluctuating Global Oil Prices on South Africa
The global oil market is a complex and dynamic system that affects economies worldwide. South Africa, as an oil-importing country,...
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How the SARB and Other Central Banks are Following the Fed’s Monetary Policy
Well, it is like the US Federal Reserve (FED) is the DJ at the global economic dance party, and all...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 18 SEPTEMBER 2023
The mighty greenback managed to record gains for the eighth consecutive week last week which saw the DXY close the...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 9 SEPTEMBER 2023
Last week was a relatively quiet week on the data front. Fortunately for us locals, the latest SA GDP results...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 04 SEPTEMBER 2023
It was quite the week in terms of hard data releases. The data prints that dominated the calendar last week...
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What to Expect from South Africa’s Next Interest Rate Decision
Get ready for another critical interest rate decision in South Africa. As the financial world hangs in anticipation, this article...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 27 AUGUST 2023
The headlining events from last week were mainly centered around the meeting of the minds with two crucial economic gatherings...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 21 AUGUST 2023
Market volatility spiked rapidly last week, which caused a bloodbath in the stock and bond markets, and we expect more...
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Potential Implications of the US Government Credit Rating Downgrade on South Africa
In the wake of the US government credit rating downgrade, the global financial market is bracing itself for potential repercussions....
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 14 AUGUST 2023
Markets got served a weaker-than-expected US Core CPI print last week which supports the Federal Reserves' fight to get inflation...
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Understanding South Africa’s Government Debt and GDP Prospects: A Comprehensive Analysis
Sure, let us put on our "Economic Comedy Club" hats and have some fun explaining the government debt-to-GDP ratio and...
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The Perpetuating Struggle: Understanding Inequality in South Africa
South Africa, a country known for its diversity and potential, has been struggling with severe and persistently high levels of...
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How the NHI Bill is Affecting the Morale of Healthcare Workers in South Africa
In South Africa, the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill has become a hot topic, stirring up a range of emotions...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 07 AUGUST 2023
Last week was a tremendously turbulent week in the financial markets. Markets had to digest weaker-than-expected manufacturing PMI results from...
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WEEKLY MARKET OUTLOOK: 31 JULY 2023
The world’s largest central banks created a tremendously turbulent week in the financial markets last week. Volatility popped through the...
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Why South Africa’s Medical Aid Companies are Concerned About the NHI Bill
In the realm of healthcare, change is inevitable, and South Africa's medical aid companies are no exception. With the introduction...
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